Assistant Athletic Director, Integrated Communications

Memphis, TN, United States

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Assists with the daily operations of a department or work unit. Develops program guidelines and policies and may be responsible for the implementation of major programs or projects within a department.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Athletic Director for Integrated Communications provides strategic leadership, oversight, and execution of the athletics communications department. This position is responsible for shaping and protecting the brand of the athletics program, managing media relations, and serving as a primary liaison between the department and local, regional, and national media.  

• Ensures consistent messaging, enhances national visibility, and supports coaches, student-athletes, and administrators in advancing the mission and goals of the Memphis Athletics.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive athletics communications strategy aligned with departmental goals for website content, overseeing the development of recaps, features, promotional pieces, fundraising/marketing and recruiting content.
• Supervise and manage the communications team and support staff responsible for day-to-day and event coverage of 19 sport programs including external events (e.g M Club Hall of Fame, PAWSCARS, Tigers on Tour).

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Assistant Athletic Director, Integrated Communications

Memphis, TN, United States

Be the First to Apply

Job Description

Assists with the daily operations of a department or work unit. Develops program guidelines and policies and may be responsible for the implementation of major programs or projects within a department.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Athletic Director for Integrated Communications provides strategic leadership, oversight, and execution of the athletics communications department. This position is responsible for shaping and protecting the brand of the athletics program, managing media relations, and serving as a primary liaison between the department and local, regional, and national media.  

• Ensures consistent messaging, enhances national visibility, and supports coaches, student-athletes, and administrators in advancing the mission and goals of the Memphis Athletics.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive athletics communications strategy aligned with departmental goals for website content, overseeing the development of recaps, features, promotional pieces, fundraising/marketing and recruiting content.
• Supervise and manage the communications team and support staff responsible for day-to-day and event coverage of 19 sport programs including external events (e.g M Club Hall of Fame, PAWSCARS, Tigers on Tour).
• Provide guidance, performance feedback, and professional development support to team members to ensure high-quality coverage and adherence to brand standards.  
• Serve as the primary communications contact for Football or Men’s Basketball as well as one other sport.
• Lead storytelling efforts across all platforms to elevate the visibility and reputation of the Memphis Athletics.
• Specifically, manage and edit the GoTigersGo.com website, including oversight of overall web strategy.
• Administer distribution of all content across social media platforms and GoTigersGo.com; serve as primary liaison with SideArm Sports to ensure all web-related needs are met.
• Oversee accurate reporting and maintenance of statistics, rosters, schedules, results, and historical records in compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional requirements.
• Work collaboratively with marketing, creative and development teams to produce content that supports department initiatives and cohesive messaging for events, ticketing and fundraising efforts.
• Manage the communications department budget, including planning, tracking, and ensuring effective allocation of resources to support content production and strategic initiatives.  
• Serve as communications liaison who collaborates with The American Conference, NCAA, and local and national news outlets to create and distribute content that enhances the visibility of Memphis Athletics.
• Serve as the primary liaison to ESPN, CBS Sports Network and any other broadcast networks for broadcast planning and execution across all sports.
• Oversee the planning and execution of press conferences and media availability, including the set-up and coordination of player and coach interviews.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets.
  Manage crisis communications planning and response. 
• Lead award nomination processes with the American Conference, NCAA and other news outlets while strategically promoting student-athletes and coaches for honors and recognitions.
• Assist with preparation for major media opportunities and professional draft processes.
• Coordinate with Learfield Sports to ensure fulfillment of all sponsored digital and video elements, based on inventory and availability.  
• Perform all other duties as assigned. 
   

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field and five (5) years of progressive experience in athletic communications, preferably at the NCAA Division I level.   Or Master’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field and three (3) years of progressive experience in athletic communications, preferably at the NCAA Division I level.  Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Strong writing, editing, and media relations skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and policies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with coaches, student-athletes, administrators, and media.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field.
• Experience serving as primary football or men’s basketball contact.
• Crisis communications experience
• Established national media relationships.

 

Work Environment

• Requires frequent evening and weekend work, as well as travel with assigned teams.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, event-driven environments
   

About Us

The University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master’s degrees in more than 50 subjects and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines; supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 434
  
• Job Category Athletics and Recreation
  
• Posting Date 04/15/2026, 09:06 PM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Job Schedule Full time
  
• Locations 38152
  
• Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
  
• Hiring Range $68,000 - $72,000 per year
  
• Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm/ Travel and weekends included
  

• Job Posting Category Staff

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