JON MCAFOOS
Pearland,TX
Summary
Sports media professional with expertise in broadcasting and communications, with 10 years of experience in live event production. Adept in all aspects of broadcast production, including camera operation, audio, replay, graphics, directing, producing, and engineering. Well-versed in hardware and software systems including Ross, Newtek, Evertz, Variant Systems Group, Telex, Clear-Com, Daktronics, and more.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant AD for Cougar Productions
University Of Houston Athletics
09.2023 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of broadcast production for UH Athletics, while producing over 100 Big 12 Now on ESPN+ broadcasts annually.
- In year one, produced 110 ESPN+ broadcasts (most in the Big 12), while reducing costs by 20% compared to the previous fiscal year.
- Hire, manage, and schedule all crew members, including students, contractors, and on-air talent, ensuring smooth execution of broadcast operations.
- Lead long-term planning initiatives for future broadcast facilities and control room upgrades, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and objectives.
Assistant AD for Marketing, Strategic Communications, and Broadcast Services
Samford University Athletics
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Oversee all marketing, communications and media for Samford Athletics, leading a team consisting of eight full-time employees, two graduate assistants, and a large group of student workers.
- Develop and execute multimedia content plans for website, social media, and other digital platforms.
- Develop and manage budgets for Athletics Media & Communications and Athletics Marketing.
Director of Video & Broadcast Services
Samford University Athletics
08.2015 - 11.2021
- Developed and built a central broadcast production room with two full-scale setups, allowing every home event to be produced on ESPN platforms, including two shows simultaneously.
- Served as the primary producer and director for over 115 ESPN productions annually, while hiring, managing, and scheduling all on-air talent and student production crews.
- Hosted, produced, and edited in-studio shows with both coaches and student-athletes.
Live Event Production
Down in Front Productions
02.2015 - 08.2023
- Assist with live productions in and around Birmingham, including Birmingham Legion FC (USL), USFL, Birmingham Barons (MiLB), Birmingham Squadron (NBA G-League), Birmingham Bulls (SPHL), Birmingham Iron (AAF), UAB, Troy, Jacksonville State, NCAA March Madness, SEC, C-USA, Birmingham Bowl, and more. Roles included directing, producing, replay, graphics, and camera operation, for both television and in-house.
Education
BA - Broadcast Communications
Westminster College
New Wilmington, PA05.2011
Skills
- Time Management
- Communication
- Leadership
- Broadcast Production
- Content Creation
Timeline
Assistant AD for Cougar Productions
University Of Houston Athletics
09.2023 - Current
Assistant AD for Marketing, Strategic Communications, and Broadcast Services
Samford University Athletics
12.2021 - 08.2023
Director of Video & Broadcast Services
Samford University Athletics
08.2015 - 11.2021
Live Event Production
Down in Front Productions
02.2015 - 08.2023
BA - Broadcast Communications
Westminster College