Assistant Director, Athletics Communication

Texas A&M University System

College Station, Texas, US
Commensurate based on selected c + idates experien...
Six years of media relations experience
Sports statistical knowledge required
Desktop publishing and adobe creative suites
The role serves as a liaison between the Athletics Department and various media outlets including print, radio, television, and electronic media

Job Summary

  • The role serves as a liaison between the Athletics Department and various media outlets including print, radio, television, and electronic media.
  • Candidates will be responsible for writing original press releases, producing media guides, supervising student assistants, and managing social media strategies.
  • Texas A&M offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, paid holidays, and access to free LinkedIn Learning training.

Matching Summary

The role serves as a liaison between the Athletics Department and various media outlets including print, radio, television, and electronic media.

Salary

Commensurate based on selected candidates experience; Not specified; Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, AD&D, flexible spending accounts, long-term disability, TERS enrollment, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Six years of media relations experience
  • Sports statistical knowledge required
  • Desktop publishing and Adobe Creative Suites
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
  • Feature writing and press release creation

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in communications
  • Collegiate sports information office experience
  • Social media strategy leadership
  • Photo editing and digital image skills
  • Website management knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Six years of related field experience
  • Knowledge of StatCrew and NCAA LiveStats

Work Rights

Not specified

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