Athletics Communications Officer
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Athletics Communications Officer
Brown University
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Job Description:
Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Athletics Communications Officer position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).
The Communications Officer is a member of the division's external staff and will tell the Brown University Athletics story by managing an integrated athletics and communications program that includes game-day coverage, sports information and statistics, web coordination, social media management, and photography (incl. freelance) for a variety of Brown's 38 varsity teams, and related Athletics events.
Education and Experience
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Sports Management, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE
- One to three (1-3) years of working in sports-related public relations/social media and/or digital media with a proven record of progressive approach to social and digital media.
- Strong knowledge of creative storytelling experience.
- One to two (1-2) years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe After Effects finalization are required.
- Demonstrated skill in social media content generation, skill in interpersonal communication, collaboration, and prioritization of work assignments required.
- Experience in working with deadlines and turning around high-quality projects from point of inception to finalization of production on a day-to-day basis.
Job Competencies
- Maintains up-to-date technical skills and a thorough understanding of position duties, institutional policies, NCAA/conference compliance, and athletic department goals.
- Takes full ownership of assignments; delivers accurate, high-quality work and adheres to schedules, practices, and procedures.
- Fosters a respectful, fair, and collaborative team environment; values diverse perspectives and contributes to an inclusive workplace culture.
- Strong knowledge of AP Style writing, sports statistics, interviewing techniques, and managing brand reputation during high-pressure communication situations.
- Hands-on skill operating live-statting software (e.g., NCAA LiveStats, StatCrew) across multiple sports.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro) to independently produce media guides, game-day graphics, and video highlights.
- Skill in managing athletic Content Management Systems (e.g., SIDEARM Sports) and executing strategic campaigns across X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Ability to maintain accuracy, composure, and speed when working under tight game-day deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain productive, positive rapport with student-athletes, coaches, athletic staff, and members of the media.
- Willingness and stamina to work non-traditional hours, including extensive evenings, weekends, and holidays aligned with athletic schedules.
- Capacity to travel with athletic teams for away games and tournaments as required.
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