WXAV Sports Director - Student Employment

Saint Xavier University • Chicago, IL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sports Director is in charge of all sports programming that airs on WXAV 88.3FM. The Sports Director oversees the WXAV sports schedule, arranges the producer schedule for WXAV and area high school sports broadcasts, and ensures that all broadcasts begin when they are advertised to begin. This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies: Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting. Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting. Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment. Technology: Students build technology skills by using department systems, software, digital tools, equipment, or university platforms to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.

Requirements

• MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY
• Must be Federal Work Study Eligible
• Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter

Nice To Haves

• Background in Communication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the on-air and internal promotion of all relevant SXU sports games.
• Ensures there are always enough people to broadcast the games in accordance with WXAV’s Sports Broadcasting Policy.
• Is in charge of all pre and post-game programming.
• Works with the athletics department to have up to date roster information, and interviews with coaches and players for broadcast.
• Is in charge of the official sports talk show on WXAV.
• Along with the other members of management, evaluates various student broadcasts, to ensure that FCC rules and regulations are met, and to offer feedback on the deejay’s program.
• Assists in planning, and promoting of promotional events.
• Is a member of the Sports Committee.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed