Director, Athletic CommunicationsSummary:
The Director, Athletic Communications is responsible for the internal and external media distribution for Stevenson University's Athletic department. Reporting to the Director, Athletics, this position is part of the Athletic Department's management team and provides administrative leadership by overseeing the Associate Director, Athletic Communications, Assistant Director, Athletic Communications and Coordinator, Athletic Communications, student workers and interns. This role is also responsible for all aspects of Marketing of the Athletic Department (i.e., SUTV, Video Boards, Social Media, Media Guides, Posters, Schedule Cards, Radio Broadcast, etc.).Department: Athletics: Administrative
Education/Experience:Bachelor Degree in related field plus five years of Athletic Communications experience in web design, Stat-crew, Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.), Adobe and other publishing software preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge/Skills/Ability:- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Ability to maintain composure, effectiveness, and focus when facing difficult challenges; demonstrating sound judgment and discretion in a potentially stressful environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and is highly adaptable to rapidly changing priorities.
- Must be a self-starter with unquestionable integrity and a strong sense of professional ethics.
- Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions on sensitive, confidential issues and the ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Knowledge of the University structure, policies and procedures or ability to acquire knowledge in a short period of time.
- Ability to manage a budget; analyze situations and develop solutions; provide leadership and direction.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills; strong command of grammar and English usage to include accuracy in proofreading, composing correspondence, editing, and typing.
- Ability to research, compose, proofread and identify suggested edits to drafts for special occasion presentations.
- Exceptional skill in prioritizing workflow and managing resources and meeting deadlines.
- Information research, analysis, and evaluation skills.
- Extremely detail oriented in coordinating activities.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in technical and computer skills including MS Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Web Design, Stat-Crew, Adobe, the Internet and other relevant software, plus operation of standard office equipment.
- Proficiency in new social media and file management software including technical and computer skills related to the fully utilization of the marketing tools including Facebook, Dropbox, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Flickr, Shutterfly, Frontrush, Logmein, Tri-Casters, and other relevant software.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor issues with portable and peripheral office/business tools.
- Ability to effectively communicate both within and outside the College including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, athletic training staff, and athletic department staff.
- Travel is a requirement of this position
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Evening and weekend hours are a requirement of this position.
Physical Requirements:Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Position involves both inside sedentary and work in various athletic facilities (turf fields, gyms, outdoor courts/fields, ice rinks, swimming pools). Evening and weekend hours in all types of weather, with travel on and off-campus is necessary. Lifting required (i.e., set-up of scorers table, etc.), some manual labor is expected. Because of the location of athletic facilities on and off-campus, organizing and some transportation between facilities is expected.Essential Functions:- Serve as the primary liaison with the media and other athletic communications end-users for the 29 mens and womens varsity sports.
- Handle all aspects of athletic communications, including but not limited to: design and maintenance of athletics web site; production of media guides and game programs; recruitment and supervision of student assistants; the writing of several department publications including recruiting literature for individual sports teams; management of press box/table, statistics and reporting of results; recording and archiving of school records and serving as primary athletic department media liaison with the NCAA and each of our member conferences.
- Oversee and develop all digital media content for the athletic department and teams. Manage departmental social media accounts and the development of a digital media campaign.
- Oversee all broadcasting production and operations for the athletic department and teams including video, audio and live stats.
- Assist with the oversight of brand management and advancement with the Director, Athletics. Manage and enhance student-athlete and departmental storytelling to advance the Stevenson Athletics brand.
- Provide daily information to coaches and administration regarding sports info, media, web-design, etc.
- Schedule, oversee and supervise Associate Director, Athletic Communications, Assistant Director, Athletic Communications, Coordinator, Athletic Communications, student workers, and interns.
- As assigned, serve as a sport administrator for selected athletic teams. Manage and oversee each assigned athletic program.
- Work evenings and weekends where necessary to assist the Director, Athletics in maintaining the athletic program and to assure that those programs are properly managed, coached, staffed and administered.
- Be available to travel with multiple teams and work nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
- Work with the ARMS and Teamworks Hub software to make sure information is up-to-date and accurate.
- Work closely with Marketing & Digital Communication office to coordinate joint efforts in developing publications such as Ventures, the Athletic View book, the Villager, and recruiting and marketing brochures.
- Develop and implement an extensive marketing plan to coincide with the colleges strategic plan. This will include developing billboards, radio ads, print ads, promotion and marketing.
- Work with Institutional Advancement to aid in team fundraising initiatives and to promote the Campaign for Mustang Athletics on an annual basis.
- Promote and participate in community service activities to build the connection between our teams and the community.
- Serve on committees as assigned.
Reports To: Director, Athletics
Work Location: Owings Mills
Position Category: Staff
Position Type: Full-Time
Months/Year: 12
Hrs/Week: 40
FLSA: Exempt
Close Date: Open Until Filled: No
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stevenson.peopleadmin.comEOE/AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabilityjeid-76ce044f7a414f419c42c21b40ceaa16
