Creative assistant

Auburn Athletics seeks candidates for a War Eagle Creative Assistant. As a member of the award-winning War Eagle Creative department, this position would gain intricate hands-on experience working closely alongside full-time professionals during production of long-form content (to be disseminated through Auburn Athletics video boards, War Eagle , SEC Network, websites, syndicated television programming, and other multimedia outlets).

This position would assist in the production and logistical coordination of long-form creative video content for Auburn University’s athletic department.

• Assists in the logistical planning and producing of high-end creative documentaries, mini-docs, episodic documentaries, profiles, as well as high-art commercials.
• Long-form episodic production experience includes, but is not limited to shooting, logging, editing, writing, color grading, and delivery of said episodes in a professional and timely manner.
• Employs advanced lighting techniques to aide in a consistent look of interviews across long-form content. Aids in the actual set-up of both on-campus and on-location interview shoots.
• Logging / adding of metadata to footage (both current and historical) using unique in-house naming convention.
• Assists in the collaboration and integration of the video services department and off-campus entities for content creation and delivery.
• Assists in the fulfillment of corporate sponsorships with Auburn Sports Properties. Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?

• Auburn University was named a Best in Alabama employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
• Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
• Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

It’s a Lifestyle : The Auburn / Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development.

We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town.

You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham.

If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple : it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment : Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Proven track record of professional consistency and punctuality in the university-setting (Division-1FBS or NFL experience would be a plus).
• Has a minimum understanding of industry-standards regarding cameras, camera settings, sports shooting requirements, and lighting equipment.
• Ability to communicate, both verbally and nonverbally, in a professional manner during stressful situations.

Last updated : 2024-06-02