Graduate Assistant - Athletics - Communications 2024-2025

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Job Summary/Basic Function

The Graduate Assistant position will assist in the daily operations of the Athletics Communications office and support to the entire department of athletics.

Essential Duties:

The GA is given many responsibilities with game day management and set up, writing and graphic design opportunities and the duties of assisting with social media operations. Position will require knowledge of software programs such as Adobe Creative suite especially PhotoShop and LightRoom. The position provides the ability to network with other people at other universities and related schools is invaluable.

Provide sports information support to designated teams.

Assist in multimedia tool development for website.

Supervise undergraduate student staff.

Provide assistance for media relations, website maintenance, internal communications, public information, publicity and promotions.

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Posting Details

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Graduate Assistant position will assist in the daily operations of the Athletics Communications office and support to the entire department of athletics.

Essential Duties:

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The GA is given many responsibilities with game day management and set up, writing and graphic design opportunities and the duties of assisting with social media operations. Position will require knowledge of software programs such as Adobe Creative suite especially PhotoShop and LightRoom. The position provides the ability to network with other people at other universities and related schools is invaluable.

Provide sports information support to designated teams.

Assist in multimedia tool development for website.

Supervise undergraduate student staff.

Provide assistance for media relations, website maintenance, internal communications, public information, publicity and promotions.

Learning Outcomes:

Enhance supervisory skills in working with and directing other student workers.

Experience in working with coaches, staff members and the general public.

Develop writing skills through updates with the Athletics Website.

Real-world experience in the creation of social media posts, especially with SnapChat.

Knowledge of different computer software programs in constantly changing technology world.

Compensation:

Stipend for the

academic year:

$3000

Tuition award for the

academic year:

12 credits/$9,288

The award is based on 20 hours per week for 15 weeks each semester. It is expected that students earn their credit hours in the fall and spring semesters by being enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours each semester. Credits must be earned by May 31 each year. Tuition waiver does not cover fees, private music lessons, books, or OneCard charges. Students will receive ½ of their annual stipend during the Fall semester and ½ of their annual stipend during the Spring semester. Each semester, the stipend will be divided into 8 payments. Fall stipends are paid on or about September 15-December 31. Spring stipends are paid on or about January 31-May 15

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Admission to the MBA Maryville University Graduate School program.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well with various constituents

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Ability to update and maintain statistics for various sports

Photography and videography skills.

Must own a digital camera with capability of shooting videos.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of various sports statistical standards is beneficial

Additional skills in photography and videography

Physical Demands

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening.

Maryville University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, on-the-job treatment, promotion, layoff, and termination.

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