Sports Information Assistant Job at Denison University in Granville
Denison University, Granville, OH, United States, 43023
Basic Function
Assist the Director of Athletic Communications with the summer operation of Denison's NCAA Division III athletic department
Essential Job Functions
* Provide coverage for Denison's 26 NCAA Division III varsity athletic programs. Assist in the maintenance of the athletics department website, compile game and season statistics and report scores and statistics to media outlets, NCAA and the NCAC.
* Assist with producing programs, recruiting material, feature articles, press releases and multimedia content.
* Provide assistance in the oversight to the Denison Sports Network by scheduling student broadcasters for all athletic department audio and video broadcast streams; assist students working at athletic events.
* Follow the University, NCAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor's (or equivalent experience) is required.
* Feature excellent writing and editing skills; have knowledge of both Mac and Windows operating systems, extensive experience with Adobe Creative Suite as well as Stat Crew, Presto and NCAA Live Stats statistical systems.
* Must be able to work with tight deadlines.
* Candidate must be willing to work irregular hours (nights, weekend) and some travel will be required for championship events.
* Must have a current, valid driver's license and must be insurable under Denison's liability insurance policy.
Preferred Qualifications
* A minimum of two years of experience in intercollegiate sports information or media relations/communications field.
* Experience with video editing software (iMovie, Adobe Premier or Final Cut Pro).
* Broadcasting experience and the ability to mentor student broadcasters.
* Experience utilizing social media to increase visibility and grow the University's brand.
* Demonstrate an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment.
* Elite problem solving, interpersonal, organizational, and communication and public relations skills.
* Possess excellent organization, communications and public relations skills