Extra Help/Communications Associate
University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR
•Onsite
About The Position
The Extra Help/Communications Associate position supports the athletics communications office with game-day operations, media relations assistance, and content production while serving as primary contact for at least one sport. This role is ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in collegiate sports communications, media operations, and digital content support. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience in all platforms of social media management
- Experience writing press releases
- Ability to fill a variety of game day roles
- Proficient in Microsoft Office/Adobe Creative Suite
- Ability to work nights and weekends
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a team-oriented fast paced environment
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a collegiate athletic department or setting
- Video/photography skills
Responsibilities
- Assist with press box operations, credentialing, and media hospitality
- Support live statistics, score reporting, and postgame information distribution
- Assist with setup and breakdown of communications work areas during events
- Assist with writing game recaps, statistics summaries, and basic content updates
- Help update athletics websites, rosters, schedules, and results as assigned
- Support content needs for digital and social platforms
- Assist with compiling statistics, records, and historical data
- Help maintain media notes, archives, and communications materials
- Assist with office operations, scheduling, and correspondence
- Coordinate with coaches, staff, and student workers as needed
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Career Level
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