Graduate Assistant, Athletic Communications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for assigned sports; write recaps, previews, and features
• Manage statistics and live scoring (NCAA LiveStats/Genius Sports, PrestoStats, PrestoRecordbook)
• Support game day operations, including live stats and streaming workflows (Production Truck software)
• Create graphics and video content (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Gipper)
• Manage social media (Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook), including live coverage
• Maintain athletics website (Sidearm Sports) and publish content
• Assist with press releases, game notes, and award submissions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; acceptance into a Rivier graduate program required
• Experience with Sidearm Sports, NCAA LiveStats (Genius Sports), PrestoStats, PrestoRecordbook
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Gipper
• Strong understanding of Instagram, Twitter/X, and Facebook
• Experience with Hudl and Production Truck software preferred
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Availability for nights and weekends

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines during busy athletic seasons
• Creativity in digital content and visual storytelling
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small staff

Supplemental Information

Compensation & Benefits: Tuition remission and stipend (per Rivier University policy)

Opportunity to build a professional portfolio in writing, design, and digital media

Networking within the GNAC and collegiate athletics industry

Applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential.

Rivier University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran or marital status, sex sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in admission or access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities, and Title IX requires that the University not discriminate on the bases stated above.

Graduate Assistants are eligible for tuition reimbursement of two (2) courses per semester.