Director of Multimedia

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman, male and female, is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

 

Summary

Produce high level video content for Naval Academy Athletics that includes shooting and editing dynamic pieces for all platforms, i.e. website, social channels, television, video boards, live production, etc. Responsible for content creation plans and execution for assigned projects. Work closely with Sports Information and external departments to ensure full integration and interactivity with all digital platforms.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• In charge of all storytelling, multimedia and creative video efforts for Navy Athletics
• Content creator, editor, and broadcast media liaison for Navy’s 36 varsity sports
• Ability to assist with content for ESPN+ broadcasts 
• Strategize, coordinate and execute messaging and video initiatives for all external and internal departments within NAAA. Help with all video initiatives, filming and interviews needed for administrators and staff
•  Responsible for creating and updating videoboard content within NAAA facilities and the Ron Terwilliger Center for Student-Athletes

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The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman, male and female, is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

 

Summary

Produce high level video content for Naval Academy Athletics that includes shooting and editing dynamic pieces for all platforms, i.e. website, social channels, television, video boards, live production, etc. Responsible for content creation plans and execution for assigned projects. Work closely with Sports Information and external departments to ensure full integration and interactivity with all digital platforms.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• In charge of all storytelling, multimedia and creative video efforts for Navy Athletics
• Content creator, editor, and broadcast media liaison for Navy’s 36 varsity sports
• Ability to assist with content for ESPN+ broadcasts 
• Strategize, coordinate and execute messaging and video initiatives for all external and internal departments within NAAA. Help with all video initiatives, filming and interviews needed for administrators and staff
•  Responsible for creating and updating videoboard content within NAAA facilities and the Ron Terwilliger Center for Student-Athletes
• Content creator for all ESPN+ halftime shows, team intro videos, and promotional videos
• Responsible for Midshipmen creative video program that hires, trains and schedules Midshipmen to assist with filming various games throughout the year
• Assist with Navy Athletics social media accounts & assist with department’s digital and social media strategy
• Set up LiveCut streams for all broadcasts. Responsible for archiving and logging footage from all live streams and broadcast content. Coordinator for any issues related to video and livestreaming with opposing Athletic Communications departments
• Primary videographer for NAAA’s coverage of Navy Football. Responsible for shooting all games and press conferences, archiving, logging and sharing of melts and game broadcasts and providing content to members of the media
• On-air reporter and talent for NavySports.com and Navy Social media channels
• Sport Information department’s liaison for all video requests from media and broadcast companies
• Team member of the Army-Navy Game uniform reveal for Navy Football
• Responsible for shooting and editing content for Army-Navy Star Series competitions
• Work alongside corporate sales and other external units to partner supporters of Navy Athletics with videos, stories and other social campaigns
• Serves as a staff member of a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) - sanctioned athletics program, and understands that NCAA rules and regulations must be followed and strictly adhered to.  Maintains an understanding and awareness of applicable NCAA rules via annual compliance briefs to staff, the NCAA Manual, copies of which are maintained in the Compliance Office, regular compliance item e-mails generated by the Compliance Office, and the NCAA official website (ncaapublications.com – Div I Manual).  Immediately notifies the Compliance Office if a potential violation of NCAA rules is observed.  Understands that non-compliance with NCAA rules and regulations may be grounds for termination of employment
•  Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or a related field of study. 
  2. Minimum Experience:  One year of experience in an athletics environment. Good interpersonal, management, and organizational skills. Strong content creation background, creative ideas, and have a proven track record for creating high level content. Ability to work in a team/collaborative environment is critical.  

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

1. Extensive experience in video production, writing and social media, with demonstrated people skills and expertise in planning, writing, editing, designing, production methods, and management. 

2. Experience working in a team-oriented environment 

3. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and/or similar tools for video editing

 

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements 

• Sitting for extended periods (typically 6–8 hours per day)
• Occasional standing or walking (e.g., to retrieve files, go to meetings)
• Hand and finger dexterity (e.g., typing, using a mouse, handling paperwork)
• Repetitive hand and wrist movements (e.g., keyboarding, data entry)
• Visual acuity (e.g., reading screens, documents)
• Hearing ability (e.g., participating in phone calls, video conferences)
• Minimal lifting requirements (usually under 10–15 lbs, such as files, laptops)
• Basic upper body movement (e.g., reaching for office supplies, opening drawers)
• Occasional bending or twisting (e.g., picking up items, adjusting seating)
• Cognitive focus and mental stamina (e.g., prolonged concentration on tasks)

Travel

• Travel with the football team and some postseason events with other teams.

The NAAA Featured Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 403(b) retirement plan 
• Paid holidays
• Paid accrued vacation and sick days
• NAAA paid life/AD&D insurance

Pay Range

$45,000-$60,000 depending on experience

 

Application Process

•   Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references  
• Applications will be accepted until May 1, 2025

Disclaimer Statement 

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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