Assistant Director For Communications

West Texas A&M University

Canyon, Texas, US
Base: commensurate; bonus/equity: not specified; b...
Media relations and communications
Writing and editing press materials
Photoshop, indesign, premiere pro
The position serves as a liaison between the athletic department and the media, managing communications for several sports and assisting with event operations

Job Summary

  • The position serves as a liaison between the athletic department and the media, managing communications for several sports and assisting with event operations.
  • Eligible employees have access to comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, paid leave programs, and 13-15 paid holidays each year.
  • The role involves writing press releases, maintaining rosters and bios, compiling statistics, coordinating media activities, and assisting with web-streaming and design tasks.

Matching Summary

The position serves as a liaison between the athletic department and the media, managing communications for several sports and assisting with event operations.

Salary

Base: Commensurate; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health and welfare insurance, paid leave, 13-15 paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Media relations and communications
  • Writing and editing press materials
  • Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro
  • StatCrew and NCAA Live Stats
  • Event management and game-day operations
  • Ability to work nights and weekends

Nice-to-have

  • Collegiate sports information background
  • Experience at NCAA institution
  • Working knowledge of intercollegiate athletics
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to manage and oversee student assistants

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education
  • One year experience in media relations or related field
  • Knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro
  • Knowledge of StatCrew software and NCAA Live Stats
  • Ability to work nights and weekends

Work Rights

Texas law requires Selective Service registration for males 18-25

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