Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

The University of Connecticut is seeking applications for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Athletic Communications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of four years of experience in the media relations field.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Expertise in PhotoShop, InDesign, and/or other Adobe Creative Suite software with proven skill in the area of social media management.
• Proficient in NCAA Genius.
• Experience using a content management system tool, preferably the Sidearm tool.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in communications, sports management, graphic design, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience working in college athletics, with primary oversight of at least one program’s social media platform.
• Experience in content creation; both videography and photography.
• Athletic media relations experience as a primary or secondary contact in the NCAA Tournament.