Newberry, South Carolina
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Posted: 24-Mar-26
Location: Newberry, South Carolina
Type: Graduate
Salary: Tuition, housing, meal plan
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Newberry College (NCAA Division II), located in Newberry, South Carolina, seeks three (3) dynamic and innovative professionals to serve the Communications and Creative Services department. These graduate assistantships help play a role in shaping the athletics brand, driving fan engagement, and enhancing the student-athlete experience through compelling storytelling and progressive digital strategies.
Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director for Communications and Creative Services, the successful candidates will be part of a team responsible for athletics communications, creative content, live video streaming, and statistical reporting for a 26-sport, 800-student-athlete program. This position combines strategic vision with hands-on execution and requires a collaborative, service-oriented leader committed to the mission and values of Newberry College, NCAA Division II, and the South Atlantic Conference (SAC).
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the director and assistant director develop and execute a creative content strategy that enhances brand identity, fan engagement, and recruiting efforts
- Assist in the production of video, graphics, and written content for digital platforms, highlighting student-athletes and the athletics experience
- Use artificial intelligence tools to streamline operations
- One of the GA positions would serve as primary play by play announcer for live streams of sports other than football, basketball and baseball
- Assist in the creation of website content, press releases, feature stories, and official statistics
- Create, produce, and oversee live video streams for all home athletic events, ensuring compliance with conference and FloSports standards
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
Application Process
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three professional references to:
Hunter Perry-Gallinger
Senior Associate Athletic Director
Human.Resources@newberry.edu
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by law or university policy.
College Employment Policy
These job descriptions reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not necessarily be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Job descriptions do not constitute an employment agreement or contract of employment, expressed or implied. Unless designated in writing and signed by the College President, all College employees are considered to be EMPLOYED AT WILL. Newberry College reserves the right to change, alter and amend job descriptions, functions and duties at the pleasure of the College President or Board of Trustees.
About Newberry College
Newberry College is a private, residential, co-educational institution with a diverse student population. Founded in 1856 by the Lutheran Church. Newberry College has been named among the best colleges in the South by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026 Best Colleges rankings, once again highlighting the College’s tradition of academic excellence, affordability, student success, and a great return on a family’s educational investment.? Newberry College was recognized as the highest-ranked private college in South Carolina in its category. Among public and private colleges in South Carolina Newberry College was recognized across multiple competitive categories, including best Regional Private College in the South, best Value Regional Private College in the South?, top Performer on Social Mobility (Regional Private Colleges – South)?and best College for Veterans (Regional Private Colleges – South).??
Offering baccalaureate degrees in 47 majors, eight online bachelor’s programs, four online master’s programs, and five dual-degree programs, the College’s foundation remains grounded in the liberal arts. In addition, the College offers?26 NCAA Division II sports plus competitive cheerleading and dance. Newberry College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the National Association of Schools of Music.
Newberry College does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information. Newberry College is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from people from diverse identities and backgrounds.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Experience in collegiate athletics communications or creative services preferred
- Experience with live streaming and broadcast production
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and After Effects
- Experience with Genius Sports, StatCrew, SIDEARM, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of NCAA Division II statistics and communications practice
