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Broadcast and Live Events Producer

Western Governors University
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
3949 South 700 East (Show on map)
Feb 19, 2026
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Professional 307 Pay Range: $66,300.00 - $99,500.00 Job Description The Broadcast and Live Events Producer is responsible for overseeing the production and coordination of various broadcasts and live events, ensuring their successful execution and seamless delivery to our audiences. The Broadcast and Live Events Producer will collaborate with various teams, including production crews, talent, technicians, and stakeholders, to ensure the highest level of quality and professionalism in all aspects of the production process. Western Governors University (WGU) is seeking a Broadcast and Live Events Producer to lead the planning and execution of highvisibility, missioncritical broadcasts and live events that connect students, faculty, and employees across the university. In this role, you will own the endtoend production lifecycle for events such as town halls, conferences, summits, and webbased broadcasts-ensuring every experience is executed with precision, professionalism, and purpose. Your work will directly shape how WGU shows up for its community and reinforces trust in our mission. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned producer who thrives in live environments, exercises sound judgment under pressure, and is motivated by work that has real impact. What You'll Do Live & Broadcast Production Plan, produce, and execute live and broadcast events from concept through postproduction, including virtual and inperson experiences. Translate creative vision and stakeholder goals into clear, actionable production plans and runofshow documentation. Lead all phases of production: preproduction, rehearsals, live execution, and postevent wrapup. Stakeholder & Team Collaboration Partner closely with internal stakeholders, production crews, talent, technicians, and vendors to deliver seamless event experiences. Serve as the central point of coordination during live events, making realtime decisions to resolve issues and keep productions on track. Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to maximize engagement and reach. Operations, Budgeting & Compliance Develop and manage production budgets, ensuring responsible use of resources and alignment with financial guidelines. Source, coordinate, and manage external vendors, equipment, and technical support. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and safety requirements (copyright, licensing, labor, health and safety). Continuous Improvement Conduct postevent evaluations and analysis to identify opportunities for improvement. Apply learnings to elevate production quality, efficiency, and audience experience over time. What You Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Broadcasting, Film Production, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). 5+ years of experience producing broadcast and live events. Demonstrated experience managing live productions endtoend. A strong portfolio showcasing successful execution of live and broadcast events across formats. Technical & Professional Skills Deep knowledge of broadcast and liveevent production techniques, workflows, and industry best practices. Proficiency with production and planning tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, ENPS, Rundown Creator, or similar platforms. Strong organizational, time management, and budgeting skills. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities. Proven ability to remain calm, decisive, and solutionsfocused during live events. Attributes for Success at WGU Sound judgment and strong problemsolving instincts in highpressure environments. A creative mindset with a drive to innovate and continuously improve. Commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and delivering experiences that serve diverse audiences. Alignment with WGU's mission and leadership principles. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Primarily deskbased with prolonged computer use. Ability to lift and transport production equipment (up to 50 lbs. as needed). Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedules. Ability to travel for onsite event coordination as required. Why WGU At WGU, your work directly supports learners across the country. Every broadcast and live event is an opportunity to build trust, foster connection, and reinforce our commitment to students. You'll join a collaborative, missiondriven environment where your expertise is valued and your impact is visible. LI-#JE1 Position & Application Details Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave. How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday. Additional Information Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.