Job Details

Job Title Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications Essential Job Functions

Develops and implements a strategic communications plan which promotes the Alcorn Athletics’ brand
Enhances and maintains public relations initiatives that engage students, alumni, fans and sponsors
Oversees the Brave Sports Network through coordination of game day production, video board content management and leveraging the streaming platform
Produces and manages content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sites
Maintains statistical data and historical records for all sports
Hires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student workers, public address announcers, etc., for selected sports
Produces game day programs and maintains the Athletic website
Establishes and fosters relationships with local sports reporters
Provides media passes and media seating for athletic events, upon request
Compiles statistics and FAQs for all in-season sports events
Supervises staff to provide game management for all sports
Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Sports Management, or related field
Three (3) years experience in a sports information environment
Prior experience dealing with the media on the local, regional and national level
General journalism experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, and guidelines
Knowledge of communications best practices
Knowledge of sports events production and directing
Excellent leadership and management skills
Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite and Automated scorebook statistical software
Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Competent photographic skills (preferred)
Ability to manage and promote tournaments
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications