Graduate Assistant, Sports Communication

Union University • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting the management of the Sports Communication program of the University. This ten-month position (August-May) provides a competitive compensation package that includes a tuition waiver for 18 graduate degree hours and a monthly stipend. The Graduate Assistant reports to the Associate Director of Athletics, Sports Communication. This position begins Fall 2025.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree is required.
• Acceptance into a post-bachelor's academic program at the University.
• Full-time course registration into the same program of study is also required.
• Must have working knowledge and skill set of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.

Nice To Haves

• Successful candidates must be professing Christians who are active members of a local church.
• Enthusiastically support Union University's Identity, Mission, and Core Values.
• Articulate a Christian worldview in their work and life.

Responsibilities

• Create game programs and promotional items for the University's Athletics Program.
• Coordinate and deploy social media and webpage as effective marketing strategies for the Athletics Program.
• Assist in all aspects of the Sports Communication department, including writing press releases, feature stories, photos, videos (shooting, editing, and production).
• Assist with responsibilities related to game day, including maintaining statistics.
• Webcast and livestream University sporting events.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for 18 graduate degree hours.
• Monthly stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree