Assistant Director of Communications for Athletics

The Elon University Department of Athletics invites applications for an Assistant Director of Athletics Communications role. This position is responsible for assisting with the strategic communications and comprehensive public relations for Elon Athletics and the department’s 17 NCAA Division I varsity sport programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work hand-in-hand with the creative services team to create visual content. This includes some elements of graphic design, videography and visual storytelling to engage an audience through digital media.
• Experience in feature story writing.
• Write and edit press releases, game notes and feature releases; Maintain and update history and record books; Manage team rosters, statistics, records and photo archives; Manage and edit the athletics website.
• Work with the Athletics administration and coaches to conceptualize, design, produce and distribute print, electronic and video material such as media guides, recruitment publications, game programs and email updates.
• Provide digital media support, including strategic website updates, social media, video and digital asset management; Manage, coordinate and monitor all media relations social media posts.
• Be self-motivated, have knowledge and strong interest in college athletics, game production, social media and digital marketing.
• Be responsible for meeting deadlines and coordinating multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.