Randolph-Macon College, a NCAA Division III liberal arts institution, invites applications for an Assistant Director of Athletic Communications. Reporting to the Director of Athletic Communications, duties include assistance with marketing, publicizing and community relations/promotion for the College’s 18 men’s and women’s varsity athletic teams and the Athletic Department. The start date for this position will be July 1, 2023.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
Assist with statistical collections and maintenance as well as daily updating and upkeep of the athletic web site; serving as the primary media contact for various teams; and assisting with production of game notes and game programs.
Assist with live streaming of home athletic events; assist with operations of video board at Day Field; assist with video highlights of athletics events and coordinate video feature stories.
Assist with department’s video operations and assist with athletic department social media accounts and monitor accounts of individual sports.
Update and maintain seasonal files and records for the Athletic Communications Office for all sports.
To apply: Please complete an online application at https://bit.ly/rmc1529 to include uploading a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references addressed to: Sharon Jackson, Director of Human Resources. Screening of applications will begin immediately.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, communications, or related field.
At least one year of experience in Athletic Communications or related field.
Must have exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, strong work ethic and professionally represent the college and athletic department at all times.
Experience with live video production as well as video highlights, video features and InDesign software strongly preferred.
Experience working with Stat Crew and Genius statistics programs and updating an athletic website a plus.
Must have satisfactory driving record according to insurance standards and be willing to work during home and out-of-town athletic events at night and on weekends.
Founded in 1830, Randolph-Macon has over 1450 students and is located in Ashland, VA, a residential community 15 miles north of Richmond and 90 miles south of Washington D.C. Randolph-Macon College, an equal opportunity employer, believes that students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who are committed to Randolph-Macon's efforts to create a climate that fosters the growth and development of a diverse student body, and we welcome applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education.
