Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Department of Athletics is seeking candidates for the Assistant Director of Athletics Communications.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Athletics Communications will report to the Director of Athletics Communications and will be involved in all aspects of publicizing of all 20 of NCAA II Embry-Riddle's intercollegiate athletics teams, as well helping to build the ERAU Athletics brand.

Responsibilities:

• Publicity of the University’s athletic program.
• Coordinate all media activities for assigned sports, including live streaming of and live stats for all home events.
• Coverage of athletic events and provide in-game and post-game information to coaches and media, including statistics, in a timely and effective manner.
• Utilize social media for promotion and provision of information for ERAU’s sport programs
• Design/produce/edit of all digital and print media for all varsity sports programs, including press releases, game programs, press guides and feature articles.
• Maintenance and day-to-day updating of Athletics website
• Develop graphics for use in social media, brochures, programs and flyers
• Nominate student-athletes for department/conference/regional/national awards
• Develop and maintain and working relationship with coaches and staff
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education
• Professional experience in sports information, communication, public relations or related field.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written,
• Proficiency with both Mac and PC computers
• Working knowledge of StatCrew /NCAA Live Stats/PrestoStats statistical software
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere Pro
• Knowledge of content management systems
• Experience with video recording and editing, as well as motion­ graphics a plus
• Ability to work nights and weekends. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a college or professional sports information setting.

All applications must include the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three professional references
• Apply at the ERAU Career Site

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an independent, culturally diverse institution providing quality education and research in aviation, aerospace, engineering, and other related fields with residential campuses located in Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona. The University’s Worldwide campus provides educational opportunities online and at approximately 130 locations throughout the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central/South America. As the largest and most comprehensive aviation and aerospace-focused university in the world, Embry-Riddle is a unique institution. Over the past 90 years, the University has evolved with industry to break new ground and produce top-level graduates who serve the ever-changing needs of aviation and aerospace and other STEM-related disciplines. Embry-Riddle offers programs in seven primary fields of study including: Applied Science; Aviation; Business; Computers and Technology; Engineering; Safety, Security, and Intelligence; and Space.

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