Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications

Saint Vincent College • Latrobe, PA

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About The Position

The GA will be responsible for assisting the Director of Athletic Communications in the daily operations and overall administration of the athletic communications department. They will provide an excellent, transformative student-athlete experience, demonstrate positive progress in helping to advance the

Requirements

• Degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
• Previous experience working in an athletic communications department or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Athletic Communications Office for all varsity sports
• Write, edit, and publish game recaps, press releases, and feature stories in official department style
• Compile and verify game statistics using NCAA-approved software (StatCrew, Genius, PrestoSports, etc.)
• Serve as primary or secondary contact for assigned sports programs
• Manage live statistics and scoring for home contests across multiple sports
• Coordinate game-day operations, including setup and breakdown of press areas and stat crews
• Maintain and update team rosters, schedules, and historical records on the athletics website
• Design and publish social media content, including graphics, captions, and in-game updates
• Capture and edit photos and short-form video content for digital and social platforms
• Assist with media relations, including credentialing, press box management, and interview coordination
• Produce game notes, match programs, and other pregame materials
• Support live streaming operations, including camera work, graphics, and broadcast setup
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all published statistics and content
• Assist in promoting student-athlete awards, milestones, and conference honors
• Archive statistics, photos, and historical materials for long-term record keeping
• Collaborate with coaches, administrators, and student-workers to support communication needs
• Supervise and train student workers in statistics, operations, and media coverage
• Travel as needed with assigned teams to provide communications coverage
• Uphold NCAA, conference (PAC), and institutional policies and branding standards

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level