Sports Information Assistant

McGill University•Redlands, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the Sports Information Office assistant will be expected to perform various admin and writing tasks in the department. This is a part-time position, with hours dependent on game schedules. McGill University is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Requirements

Minimum two years of writing experience about sports
Availability to work a varied schedule, including weekends
Ability to establish priorities and multi-task
Strong understanding of MS Office applications (Word and Excel), plus Adobe applications (Photoshop, Acrobat, InDesign)
Knowledge of French and English.
High School Diploma
1 Year Related Experience

Nice To Haves

Keen interest in multiple sports is an asset

Responsibilities

Perform and/or organize administrative duties in support of the daily operations, in accordance with established goals and objectives of the Sports Information Office.
Update and maintain all varsity team rosters and schedules on the department website, ensuring information on the web is accurate and complete (NOTE: a significant part of the job is focused in this area, especially in the fall semester)
Write post-game varsity recaps in CP Style, as assigned by the Sports Info Office.
Update player biographies on the website
Assist in maintaining historical and statistical archives
Liaise with department staff, coaches, student-athletes and media in a variety of functions
Assist in the preparation of sports statistics, media guides, press releases, biographies, press conferences and presentation of displays and exhibits.
Must be able to work weekends, either in the office, from home or via attending intercollegiate sporting events.