Athletic Communications and Marketing Director

Athletic Communications and Marketing Director


At Northwood University, we believe in individual freedom and responsibility, moral law, ethical and limited government, earned success and the importance of creativity, free enterprise and entrepreneurship as the well-spring of individual and human progress. The successful candidate will be in agreement with, and will promote, the philosophy of the University and its commitment to the American free-enterprise system when conducting business on behalf of the University. Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the University’s outcomes.

General Statement of Duties:
The Athletic Communications and Marketing Director will promote and publicize all events for the Athletic Department; will enhance game day environment with the aim of increasing attendance and providing a great experience for the spectators, families, and student-athletes; will assistant the Sports Information Director with various sports as assigned; and will perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Promote and publicize the 18 intercollegiate varsity athletic programs through the media, social media, Northwood’s web site, and other creative avenues both on and off campus and with alumni
• Supervise student support staff and Promotions interns at events and in the athletic office
• Secure sponsorships from businesses and organizations
• Enhance game day experiences at all athletic events through promotions, entertainment, etc. through the use of interns and SAAC members.
• Maintain athletic website with up-to-date content in cooperation with Asst. AD for Communications
• Assist with radio and television productions
• Serve as the Sports Information contact for men’s/women’s cross country, men’s/women’s track & field, Softball, and Men’s and Women’s Soccer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Computer knowledge/skills and particular knowledge and/or experience with Microsoft Office Professional including Word, Excel, Access, web site maintenance, statistical programs and Adobe Creative Cloud
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and project a positive image.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Supervision Exercised:
May supervise student employees.

Benefits:
Competitive benefits package available including health, dental, vision and life insurance; retirement benefits; voluntary short-term disability insurance; voluntary pet insurance; generous leave plan; flex spending plan; and tuition benefits for employee and family.