WORK TYPE Onsite
LOCATION DETAILS Memphis, TN
WORK HOURS Monday-Fri, 9:00am-5pm
Candidates must be available to work weekends and travel for events
Travel is expected to be approximately 30–40%. Attendance at staff meetings, events, and training is required, and travel may include overnight stays.
Base salary: 85K/yearly
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Video Production Manager supports the execution of all video production initiatives for Varsity Spirit under the direction of the Sr. Director of Video Production. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day production operations, coordinating crews and content capture, and delivering high-quality video assets across live broadcasts, social platforms, and marketing campaigns.
This position focuses on execution and operational excellence while supporting the Sr. Director in delivering large-scale productions, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining production standards.
Responsibilities of this position include:
Production Execution and Support
- Support the Sr. Director in executing video production projects from concept through completion
- Assist with writing, producing,shooting, and managing edit workflows
- Ensure all deliverables meet established creative and brand standards, and are delivered in a timely manner
Live Event and Broadcast Support
- Support ESPN and ION (PCL) show execution, including pre-production planning and onsite coordination
- Assist with vendor coordination and production logistics for live broadcasts and streaming
- Provide on-site production support at Varsity Spirit and Varsity All Star events
Event Crewing and Field Production
- Coordinate freelance crew for competitions, camps, and special event-based shoots
- Execute crewing plans, including travel and hotel arrangements
- Create on-site shoot and edit schedules for event crew
- Generate and coordinate pre-event video lists for hotels and competition venues
- Support capture of features, highlights, and event content
Content and Post-Event Management
- Produce social-first content in partnership with social and marketing teams
- Organize and maintain production assets in alignment with archive standards
Marketing Video Execution
- Execute production of marketing videos for summer camps, competitions, and apparel
- Collaborate with marketing teams to translate campaign needs into video deliverables
- Support pre-production planning including locations, talent, and shoot logistics
Production Operations and Coordination
- Support budget tracking and cost management under direction of the Sr. Director (no ownership of budgets)
- Assist with equipment logistics including transport and basic maintenance
- Coordinate with external vendors and freelancers as directed
- Maintain production documentation, schedules, and project tracking
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ ABILITIES
- Creativity, passionate, energetic, and driven by integrity
- Collaborative team player who works independently and meets deadlines
- Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities
- Proven ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and quality control
- Adaptable and effective in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong execution, accountability, and follow-through
- Excels in fast-paced production environments
- Collaborative, responsive, and receptive to direction
- Consistent delivery of high-quality video assets on schedule
- Efficient execution of live event production support and crew coordination
- Strong alignment with production standards
- Positive feedback from stakeholders and production partners
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE
- 5 6 years of video production experience, ideally in live television broadcasting or live production environments
- Experience supporting sports, entertainment, or live event productions
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Bachelors Degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communication, English or related field
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This job operates in a professional environment while often working at remote locations. Ability to sit or stand for long periods through meetings and while operating office equipment, PC9s, laptop, telephone will be required.
During events the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time (5 hours plus) is required. The ability to communicate with customers and colleagues using the following but not limited to radio, walkie talkie, text message and email is required. The ability to lift, bend, push, pull and manipulate equipment that is a minimum of 50 lbs. is required.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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