Graduate Assistant/ Athletics Communications

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students
• Ability to work the required hours (FT-50% - 20 hours per week/PT-25% - 10 hours per week) with regular attendance
• Ability to form relationships with members of the local and national media
• Excellent oral and organizational skills
• Strong written communication skills
• Technical writing skills
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary media contact for at least two sports
• Implement social media campaigns to increase fan engagement and build excitement around all sports programs
• Assist the Video Coordinator with interviews and producing content for all social media platforms
• Assist in updating the Athletic Department website as needed
• Perform communications duties as required
• Assist in maintaining/archiving records, photos, statistics, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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