A Media or Talent Director directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in preparation of stage, television, radio, or motion picture productions, or auditions and interviews performers to select most appropriate talent for parts in these productions.
Job Summary The Assistant Director, Esports will work collaboratively with the Associate Director with a primary focus to develop and refine RecWell Esports offerings and staff operations. This includes fiscal management, staff development, program outreach, and program modifications to increase the reach and elevate the impact of the gaming programs and services. This position will collaborate with campus and RecWell units to advance gaming and conventional sport program initiatives. •
What We're Looking For:
•Bachelor's degree in areas such as recreation, sport management, STEM related fields, or an applicable field. Minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in esports or gaming design/operation, programming, and preferably staff supervision. Can consider direct graduate and/or undergraduate experience. Ability to offer leadership, vision, and strategic planning that will contribute to programming a diverse offering of esports activities that meet the changing needs of the university community. Demonstrate ability to supervise, manage, and develop a wide variety of student employees. Ability to develop students' leadership, communication, conflict resolution, organizational, and teamwork skills. Must show ability to establish long and short-term goals consistent with the mission of the university and the division. Must show ability to build, develop, and cultivate relationships across campus with a variety of constituents. Self-motivated, energetic, service-minded and adept at solving problems. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents. Must possess effective communication (written/oral) as well as interpersonal skills. Proficient with computer software (word processing, spreadsheet, electronic communication, etc.).
Additional Information:
To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA:
Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility:
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Purdue University:
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EOE:
Purdue University is an EO/EA University Education Typically requires a Bachelor's degree Experience Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience FLSA Status Exempt Apply now
