Athletic Communications - Sports Information Director

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Job Title

Athletic Communications - Sports Information Director

Position Number

997193

Department

Athletics

Salary

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Job Title

Athletic Communications - Sports Information Director

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Position Number

997193

Department

Athletics

Salary

$33,000 - $35,000

Job Summary/Description

Under general supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director of Athletic Communications and in conjunction with the goals and vision of the Director of Athletics, assists in developing an athletic communications program that successfully promotes

ASU

athletes,coaches, and the department as a whole, in all appropriate venues and that increases both public participation in and local, state and national recognition of Rams and Rambelles athletics. Assists to ensure proper home event coverage with regards to all aspects of athletics communications.

Typical Duties/Job Duties

Promotes

ASU

athletes, coaches and sports through a variety of media, advertising, promotional, public relations and marketing strategies.

Writes and disseminates news and feature articles on

ASU

athletic programs, events, athletes and coaches.

Promotes positive media relations with local, state and national news organizations and coordinates coach and student-athlete appearances with media.

Shoots, edits and produces video footage, creates highlight packages, conducts pre- and post-event interviews, utilizes knowledge of video streaming.

Effectively uses social media, including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, to promote

ASU

athletics.

Monitors and updates angelosports.com website with timely and accurate information, including game accounts, features, announcements and news.

Oversees preparation of athletic media guides, publications, brochures and newsletters.

Supports needs of

ASU

Magazine with story ideas, photo possibilities and finished features.

Supports athletic communication strategies under guidance of Director of Athletic Communications and helps manage graduate/student assistants.

Oversees game management, including set up, statistical reporting to meet

NCAA

and

LSC

requirements, including organization and coordination of press box and media area activities.

Develops and oversees public service and in-game announcements for promotions.

Compiles statistical and historical information on individual athletes and teams; prepares information and reports for the

NCAA

and

LSC

.

Prepares and updates external calendars of athletic events and maintains internal calendar to meet deadlines for media guides and other publications.

Works with Director of Athletics and ticket office to promote ticket sales, special events and promotions.

Supports the Director of Athletics in implementing marketing strategies.

Supports the Office of Development in efforts to raise funds and monetary support for

ASU

Athletics.

Travels with

ASU

athletic teams when necessary and handles related media relations on the road.

Works with Director of Athletics Communications to nominate athletes for academic and athletic honors, scholarships and awards in conjunction with coaches.

Assists in planning and execution of luncheons, banquets, award ceremonies, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of communications, journalism and Web, news and feature writing.

Knowledge of print, broadcast and Web communications principles and strategies.

Knowledge of media relations practices.

Knowledge of sports and athletic programs.

Knowledge of basic sports statistical applications.

Knowledge of marketing and promotional principles and strategies.

Ability to implement university policies, procedures, and practices.

Ability to promote

ASU

athletics through multiple media, marketing, advertising, public relations and promotional strategies.

Ability to write interesting and accurate news articles, using proper grammar and spelling.

Ability to collect, compile and report sports data and information.

Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals, including news media representatives, coaches, faculty, athletes, and others.

Ability to operate a personal computer keyboard and/or computer terminal for data analysis and compilation, and for the preparation of feature articles, reports, and other materials.

Skills in oral and written communications.

Skills in interpersonal relations.

Minimum Qualifications

Two or more years experience as a student assistant, graduate assistant or professional within intercollegiate sports information, sports broadcasting, journalism, athletic communications, athletic public relations, advertising, or a closely related field is required. Previous experience in sports marketing is a plus, though it is not required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university or college in journalism, communications, marketing, public relations, advertising, or closely related field is preferred. At least four years of experience in collegiate sports information, communications, marketing or public relations is preferred.

Physical Requirements

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, and intermittent standing, walking, reaching, bending and grasping. Basic manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination are also necessary. Incumbent works both in and outdoors, and has periodic exposure to dust, pollen, heat, cold, and inclement weather.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (

ADA

), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu .

Remote

No

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S861P | | Open Date | 07/09/2024 | | Close Date | | | Desired Start Date | 07/23/2024 | | Review Start Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Required Number of References | |

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents 1. Other

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