Director of Athletic Communications

Job Summary

Post University is a NCAA Division II institution and a member of the CACC Conference, NE-10, ECC, and NEWHA. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills, knowledge of sport rules and statistics, and proficiency in all relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Keep statistics according to NCAA, NE-10, ECC, NEWHA, and CACC rules and input data into relevant programs
• Manage the athletic website and publicize all teams
• Manage live stats and video streaming
• Write and distribute press releases in the associated press format
• Manage all sport information, including part-time Assistant Director of Athletic Communications and game staff
• Coordinate with local media and opposing teams to promote games
• Prepare game notes, game programs, take team photos, and video stream games
• Run and develop the online photo shop for athletics
• Manage all social media channels associated with the athletic department, including Twitter and YouTube
• Research hometown newspapers and interact with media outlets to increase hometown coverage
• Sit at and manage the Official Scorer's Table during home contests
• Operate all software and other statistical programs used by the NCAA, NE-10, ECC, NEWHA, and CACC
• Update the athletics webpage as directed
• Conduct research relating to Post University's athletic programs and track web traffic
• Oversee student graduate assistants/interns in conjunction with the undergraduate sport management program

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required with a focus on journalism or sports management. Knowledge of sport rules and statistics are recommended. Professional demeanor and dress are essential to the role.

Qualifications

Professional demeanor and dress are essential to the role. Knowledge of video streaming hardware and software is necessary. Knowledge of social media platforms is required. Knowledge of NCAA, NE-10, ECC, and NEWHA rules and regulations is beneficial.

Skills

• Strong writing skills
• Ability to learn new processes
• Proficiency in all relevant software
• Strong social media skills
• Ability to establish relationships with the local media
• Knowledge of sport rules and statistics

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

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