Assistant Sports Information Director

Job Summary

The Assistant Sports Information Director serves as a liaison to national, state, and local media. Maintains and reports statistics. Manages Athletic Department communication, including web site. Prepares news releases. Manages athletic events.

Additional Department Summary

Serves as the primary media contact for assigned sport(s). Works closely with the head coach, assistant coaches, and student-athletes while serving as the primary daily liaison with local and national media. Maintains social media accounts of assigned sport(s), including generating content ideas and helping with program’s brand management. Writes and designs media guides, record books, and game notes. Coordinates player and coach interviews. Produces press releases and generates story ideas and features.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, journalism, broadcasting, public relations, advertising, English, marketing or related communication field and some experience in a collegiate or professional sports environment.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications

Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong demonstrated writing and editing ability. Associated Press-style writing skills and proficiency in layout and design software (Photoshop and InDesign). Sound professional judgment and creative thinking. Computer skills, including proficiency in web editing, desktop publishing, and operating computer stat packages. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills. Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively with others. Ability to form relationships with members of the local and national media.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of media relations experience in a collegiate or professional sports environment. Experience with Adobe software, including InDesign and Photoshop. Experience with NCAA Genius scoring software and Sidearm. Experience editing and designing publications and printed materials.