Sports Information Assistant (Part-Time - Seasonal)

Sports Information Assistant (Part-Time Seasonal)

October 18, 2024

Lake Forest College is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our athletics department as a part-time Sports Information Assistant. This role focuses on supporting the promotion and coverage of our Forester athletic teams, providing accurate and timely information for internal and external use. Under the supervision of the Sports Information Director, duties include managing sports information responsibilities, assisting with event coverage/management, and contributing to multimedia projects within the Athletic Department. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in athletics and sports media. The role requires approximately 15-20 hours per week, with flexibility in scheduling, including evening and weekend work.

Key Responsibilities :

Sports Information Assistant (Part-Time Seasonal)

October 18, 2024

Lake Forest College is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our athletics department as a part-time Sports Information Assistant. This role focuses on supporting the promotion and coverage of our Forester athletic teams, providing accurate and timely information for internal and external use. Under the supervision of the Sports Information Director, duties include managing sports information responsibilities, assisting with event coverage/management, and contributing to multimedia projects within the Athletic Department. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in athletics and sports media. The role requires approximately 15-20 hours per week, with flexibility in scheduling, including evening and weekend work.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide support during athletic contests, including recording statistics, writing game stories, press releases, and public address announcing.
• Assist with photography, social media management, and website updates.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletic staff to promote individual teams and student-athletes through various internal and public-facing platforms.
• Maintain historical records and archives, including team and player statistics.
• Assist in producing multimedia content, such as photos, videos, and interviews, for social media and the athletics website.
• Support the mission, goals, and policies of the Athletic Department and the College.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional guidelines for sports information.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree required; strong interest and/or experience in athletics and sports media is essential.
• Experience with NCAA LiveStats, Statcrew, SIDEARM Sports, Photoshop, or InDesign is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with social media platforms is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to engage positively and effectively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external partners.

Application Process :

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references to forestersearches@lakeforest.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

About Lake Forest College:
Lake Forest College is a highly selective liberal arts institution located on Chicago’s North Shore, enrolling approximately 1,800 students from over 40 states and more than 100 countries. As one of the most diverse small colleges in the Midwest, nearly 40% of our student body comprises domestic minority and international students. The College is consistently ranked as one of America’s top liberal arts colleges. Learn more about Lake Forest College’s recognition as a top-tier college.

The College sponsors 25 intercollegiate varsity sports programs, with approximately 500 student-athletes competing annually. Lake Forest is a member of NCAA Division III, the Midwest Conference (MWC), the Northern Collegiate Hockey Association (NCHA), and the United States Handball Association (USHA). The College is an affiliate member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) for men’s and women’s golf and the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC) for men’s and women’s lacrosse. Learn more about Forester Athletics.

Lake Forest College embraces diversity and encourages applications from women, members of historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. For more information about Lake Forest College, visit www.lakeforest.edu.