Assistant Athletics Director for Communications

The University of Akron • Akron, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position directs the production of media guides, game programs, and daily press releases. It aims to attract national and regional media attention, encourage game day coverage, and improve media relations, acting as a liaison between the University and the media/public. The role also directs day-to-day office operations and administers programs to enhance the University's communication efforts. Additionally, it involves revising and correcting written work as the chief editor for various publications and managing incoming calls to respond to inquiries and resolve problems.

Requirements

• Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
• Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience managing media communications and reporting sports information.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including word processing and desktop publishing capabilities.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, statistics, related NCAA rules and regulations and news media is necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct the production of media guides, game programs and daily press releases.
• Attract national and regional media attention while encouraging game day coverage and improving media relations.
• Act as a liaison between the University and the media/public.
• Direct the day-to-day office operations and administer programs to improve the University's communication effort.
• Revise and correct written work while acting as the chief editor for various publications.
• Manage incoming calls for the purpose of responding to inquiries and resolving problems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level