Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Responsibilities

• Assists with communications support for assigned sport(s), including routine media relations, content updates, and distribution of approved information.
• Drafts and distributes press releases, game recaps, roster updates, and other routine communications materials for assigned sport(s) with guidance and review.
• Supports interview requests and teleconferences by coordinating schedules, logistics, and background materials.
• Affords support for game-day media operations for assigned sport(s), including credential packets, media will-call, stat support, and postgame materials.
• Updates assigned sports web pages and related content platforms with scores, recaps, schedules, rosters, and basic feature content.
• Maintains historical files, statistics, records, and reference materials for assigned sports.
• Travels with teams as assigned to support communications coverage and media needs.
• Affords assistance with promotional and informational materials using established templates, brand standards, and departmental processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.

Benefits

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

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A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.