Athletics Communications Assistant

Union College • Schenectady, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Assistant Athletic Director for Communications and Assistant Athletic Communications Director with the promoting and publicizing of athletic events, teams, and athletes to enhance the organization's brand and engage with fans, media, and the public. This is a 10-month term position. The position is expected to devote approximately 25 hours per week. Compensation includes an hourly rate plus college housing and a partial student meal plan.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field and experience working in a collegiate Athletic Communications or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of sports, athletics, and industry trends.
• Proficiency in digital and social media platforms.
• Experience in media relations is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.
• Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite and experience creating and generating new media and video content are highly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Creates engaging and compelling multimedia content, such as videos, graphics, and photos, to enhance storytelling and promote the organization.
• Produces written content for various communication channels, including websites, social media platforms, newsletters, and publications.
• Collaborates with designers, photographers, videographers, and other creative professionals to produce high-quality content.
• Develops and implements social media strategies to increase engagement, followership, and brand awareness.
• Monitors social media platforms, responds to comments and messages, and manages online reputation.
• Analyzes social media metrics and generates reports to assess the effectiveness of communication efforts and make data-driven decisions.
• Develops and implements strategic communication plans to promote athletic events, teams, and athletes.
• Identifies target audiences and creates tailored messaging and content to effectively reach them.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders, such as coaches, athletes, and administrators, to gather information and stories for communication purposes.
• Provides oversight of press boxes (including media members, broadcasters and student workers) and/or statistical input assistance for select Union sports.
• Contributes ideas, input, and support to Union Athletics initiatives, decisions, communications, and other activities.
• Seeks out, applies, and shares knowledge of communications trends and innovations.

Benefits

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)
• Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Exchange

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level