JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Athletics Communications Graduate Assistant helps the Athletics Communications team in telling the stories of University of San Francisco (USF) Athletics through media, web, digital content and other forms of communications; works with game management to successfully host home athletics events; has a particular emphasis on content creation, statistics and communications for teams as assigned by the Athletics Communications staff.

JOB DETAILS:

This position will serve as the primary media/sports information contact for women's soccer, cross country/track & field, and beach volleyball. Working on weekends and nights required. Travel may be required as needed. This is a 9-month position beginning in August/September 2025 and ending in May/June 2026.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the primary media contact for women's soccer, cross country/track & field, and beach volleyball
• Oversee all social media content (X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn) and assist in the creation of content, including graphics and video, for primary sports with an emphasis on creative story telling
• Manage content on usfdons.com including press releases, photos, bios and schedules for primary sports
• Assist in the production of graphic content for usfdons.com and respective social media channels
• Manage game day/meet day operations for primary sports and assist in game operations for other sports as needed
• Maintain historical records, statistics and archives for primary sports
• Assist with website work and projects for the USF Athletics Hall of Fame
• Other duties as assigned, including various research projects and game operations

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred qualifications of experience in intercollegiate athletics communications/sports information work (student experience accepted)
• Priority will be given to those with experience in a communications/sports information office
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite - Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.
• Experience in writing and social media (X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Familiarity with NCAA Live Stats/Stat Crew software
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic and strong communications skills
• Possess the ability to meet deadlines

HOW TO APPLY:

Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. To be considered for the position, please submit the following documents:

1. Updated resume with work experience/job history
2. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
3. List of three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)

Please submit all application materials to Assistant Athletics Director for Communications & Content, Chris Fortney - cfortney@usfca.edu

About University of San Francisco Athletics

The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the world’s most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF is San Francisco's first university, and its Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a student’s passion for social justice and a desire to “Change the World From Here.” For more information, visit www.usfca.edu.

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