Assistant Director for Sports Information

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Assistant Director for Sports Information

Anderson University’s Athletics Department invite applications for a full-time position as Assistant Director for Sports Information. Anderson University is a comprehensive, liberal arts institution whose 400 athletes and 21 teams compete in the NCAA Division II, within the South Atlantic Conference. Anderson University is affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention and candidates with a strong Christian value system and lifestyle are encouraged to apply.

The Assistant Director for Sports Information will assist with the publicity of the program’s 21 NCAA Division II varsity teams, coordinating interactions between the media, coaches, student athletes, and athletic administrators and will serve as a media contact, assisting athletic staff in developing and maintaining positive relationships with regional, national, and local media outlets and on social media. The Assistant Director will provide creative leadership and oversee the printing production of media guides, team newsletters, and other printed materials striving to attain maximum exposure of athletic events. Additionally, this position will report to and assist the Vice President for Athletics in event and game-day management by scheduling appropriate staff, accommodating media correspondents, and maintaining accurate information related to Anderson University Athletics. Website maintenance, writing press releases, and other similar duties may be assigned as needed.

The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism or a related field, and be familiar with StatCrew and NCAA Live Stats software. Knowledge of NCAA rules and FloSport production guidelines preferred. Strong organizational skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills with at least two years of experience preferred in either athletics communications, marketing, or a journalism related field. Applicants should be proficient in desktop publishing software (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.) and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.). Must be available to work significant night and weekend hours when necessary.

Send letter of application, resume, work samples, and professional reference list to: jneal@andersonuniversity.edu

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Assistant Director for Sports Information

Anderson University’s Athletics Department invite applications for a full-time position as Assistant Director for Sports Information. Anderson University is a comprehensive, liberal arts institution whose 400 athletes and 21 teams compete in the NCAA Division II, within the South Atlantic Conference. Anderson University is affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention and candidates with a strong Christian value system and lifestyle are encouraged to apply.

The Assistant Director for Sports Information will assist with the publicity of the program’s 21 NCAA Division II varsity teams, coordinating interactions between the media, coaches, student athletes, and athletic administrators and will serve as a media contact, assisting athletic staff in developing and maintaining positive relationships with regional, national, and local media outlets and on social media. The Assistant Director will provide creative leadership and oversee the printing production of media guides, team newsletters, and other printed materials striving to attain maximum exposure of athletic events. Additionally, this position will report to and assist the Vice President for Athletics in event and game-day management by scheduling appropriate staff, accommodating media correspondents, and maintaining accurate information related to Anderson University Athletics. Website maintenance, writing press releases, and other similar duties may be assigned as needed.

The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism or a related field, and be familiar with StatCrew and NCAA Live Stats software. Knowledge of NCAA rules and FloSport production guidelines preferred. Strong organizational skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills with at least two years of experience preferred in either athletics communications, marketing, or a journalism related field. Applicants should be proficient in desktop publishing software (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.) and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.). Must be available to work significant night and weekend hours when necessary.

Send letter of application, resume, work samples, and professional reference list to: jneal@andersonuniversity.edu

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About our Commitment to Diversity

Anderson University is a private Christian institution of higher education committed to developing a diverse campus and culture that is reflective of God’s Kingdom and biblical unity. Anderson University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, pregnancy, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs.

The dedicated faculty and staff of Anderson University are committed to assuring a Christ-centered educational environment of excellence. In order to fulfil its religious tenets, and as recognized by law, those seeking employment at the University must be of the Christian faith and agree to respect and not undermine the University’s mission, values, vision, and Statement of Faith. Inquiries related to our commitment to diversity may be directed to HR@andersonuniversity.edu.