Assistant Director, Athletics Strategic Communications
EXPIRED

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA

Posted Date: Dec 05, 2023

Expired Date: Dec 19, 2023
About the Job
University of Iowa
Athletic Director
Conference
Big Ten (DI)
Salary expectation
Unknown
Minimum Yrs Exp
Unknown
Work type
Full-time
Job Description

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director, Athletics Strategic Communications. This is a full-time (probationary and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 225 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Director, Athletics Strategic Communications will plan, develop, implement, and assess communication and outreach efforts that represent University of Iowa people, programs, and policies using diverse materials and channels, including print, digital, broadcast, and social media; public events; displays and exhibitions; and public speech. Target communications to and build relationships with University of Iowa students, faculty, and staff; news media; alumni; current and prospective donors; policymakers; professional and industry partners; Iowa residents; parents; prospective students; and other external and internal audiences. The person in this position will work with assigned sports, including Volleyball and Track & Field, and will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holiday hours as needed.

Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

Department History

University of Iowa Communications 2024–2025

Person Role

James Allan

Director, Strategic Communications

Matt Weitzel

Associate Athletics Director, Strategic Communications

Bailey Turner

Associate Director, Strategic Communications

Sam Basler

Associate Director, Strategic Communications

Leandra Harasta

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

John Leo

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

Traci Wagner

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

University of Iowa Marketing 2024–2025

Person Role

Brian Clarke

Director, Marketing

Brian Ray

Director, Photography

Trisha Stortz

Director, Live Event Production

Dalton Conrad

Director, Athletics Video

Matthew Ellison

Director, Graphic Design

Stephen Mally

Associate Director, Photography

Bailey Speraw

Assistant Director, Marketing

Demarcus Heglar

Assistant Director, Marketing

University of Iowa Communications 2023–2024

Person Role

Matt Weitzel

Associate Athletics Director, Strategic Communications

James Allan

Associate Director, Athletic Communications & Athletics Content

Hannah Ossman

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Traci Wagner

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Leandra Harasta

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

John Leo

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

Bailey Turner

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

Sam Basler

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

University of Iowa Marketing 2023–2024

Person Role

Dalton Conrad

Director, Athletics Video

Dale Arens

Assistant Athletics Director, Trademark & Licensing

Kelsey Laverdiere

Associate Athletics Director, Marketing & Multimedia

Matthew Ellison

Director, Graphic Design

Brian Ray

Director, Photography

Stephen Mally

Associate Director, Photography

Demarcus Heglar

Assistant Director, Marketing

Mind Gardner

Assistant Director, Graphic Design

University of Iowa Communications 2022–2023

Person Role

Steve Roe

Associate Athletics Director, Athletic Communications

Matt Weitzel

Associate Director, Athletic Communications

James Allan

Associate Director, Athletic Communications & Athletics Content

Bailey Turner

Associate Director, Athletic Communications

Traci Wagner

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Hannah Ossman

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Sam Basler

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

University of Iowa Marketing 2022–2023

Person Role

Dale Arens

Assistant Athletics Director, Trademark & Licensing

Brandee Britt

Director, Social Media & Digital

Brian Clarke

Director, Marketing

Matthew Ellison

Director, Graphic Design

Brian Ray

Director, Photography

Kelsey Laverdiere

Associate Director, Marketing & Multimedia

Stephen Mally

Associate Director, Photography

Mind Gardner

Assistant Director, Graphic Design

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