Student - Penmen Productions Broadcaster

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

The opportunity

Southern New Hampshire University is currently seeking a student employee to fill the role of Penmen Productions Broadcaster for our Campus location. Penmen Productions is the Southern New Hampshire University Athletics’ video entity. In collaboration with the Department of Athletic Communications, Penmen Productions oversees video streaming, video features, video replay and manages relationships with local and national television providers. The department is most notably known for its production of live online video streaming, video features and live game broadcasts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serving as play-by-play or color analyst on live broadcasts. As one of the voices of Penmen Athletics, it is expected you will do research and be well-versed in the rules of the sport, the history of the team, the student-athletes playing in the game and anything else that is notable.
• Serving as public address announcer for live athletic events. As the in-venue announcer, you are responsible for pre-game announcements, such as starting lineup introductions, in-game announcements, such as goal scorers and marketing promotions, and post-game announcements, such as the final score and the next home game.
• Conduct Sideline Interviews with Coaches and Players.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in an Undergraduate or Graduate Day program at SNHU
• A basic knowledge of sports
• The ability to talk in front of people

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous broadcast experience preferred, but not required
• Willingness to learn
• Night & weekend availability is required

Work Hours:  Games, as scheduled. Office hours, as needed. Total number of hours per week not to exceed 20 hours per week.

Required Documents:  Please provide your class schedule along with a resume or a purpose statement detailing qualifications and interest in the role.  

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to fully engage in any part of the application or hiring process, please complete the Accommodation Request form or contact us at 603-626-9447. A member from the Employee Accommodation Support Center will be in contact with you within two business days to discuss your request.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $13.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.