Assistant Director of Athletics Media Relations
- Employer
- Gannon University
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jan 16, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Technology Administration/Other, Alumni Affairs, Student Affairs, Athletics
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Gannon University, a Catholic university and member of the NCAA
Division II and PSAC, invites applications for the position of
Assistant Director, Athletics Media Relations. The successful
candidate will assist the Director of Athletics Media Relations
with the planning and implementation of a proactive, comprehensive
communications operation for the University's NCAA Division II
athletics program. This position informs external and internal
entities of newsworthy matters concerning intercollegiate sports at
Gannon; conceives, writes, edits and designs all collateral
material required to successfully promote assigned athletic teams;
manages pregame, gameday, and post-competition media, compiling and
posting statistics, video production, and event staffing; and works
to ensure compliance with NCAA, PSAC, and Title IX requirements
relative to athletic communications. Weekend time, as well as
holiday time commitments and travel are required. Requirements
include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; a Master's degree
is preferred. Prior experience in collegiate or professional sports
information is required; experience in media relations or
journalism is strongly preferred. Must have a solid understanding
of sports and sports statistics; NCAA, PSAC, and Title IX
requirements; the ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work
assignments; knowledge of editorial and publications processes,
systems and procedures; strong written composition and editorial
skills; and basic photography and videography skills. Mastery of
computer skills in use of Microsoft Office, web development and
maintenance software, Adobe Creative Suite, social media (Twitter,
Facebook, etc.), video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro/Final
Cut Pro) and statistics software (Stat Crew/NCAA Live Stats) is
strongly preferred. A valid driver's license with a good driving
history is required. Must be able to support and promote the
University's Mission. Gannon University, located along the shores
of Lake Erie in Erie, Pennsylvania, offers ready access to a
variety of exciting cultural and seasonal activities and is within
a two-hour drive of Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Buffalo. Favorable
cost-of-living with low housing costs make Erie an ideal place to
live. For more information about the Erie area, visit
www.eriepa.com. Gannon seeks excellence through inclusiveness and
invites women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.
Application Procedure: Submit a cover letter, resume, and the names
of three references to https://www.gannon.edu/employment
Review of applications will begin immediately. This position will
remain open until filled. For more information about Gannon visit
www.gannon.edu. Gannon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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