Assistant Director of Athletic Communication and Digital Media

Denison University

United States, Ohio, Granville

100 West College Street (Show on map)

Feb 19, 2025

Job Posting Information

Position Type	Administrative Staff
Classification Title	Administrative Staff
Position Title	Assistant Director of Athletic Communication and Digital Media
Position Number	A00175-00
Pay Grade Level	AD 01
Salary	Commensurate with experience
Department	Athletics
Posting Number	S 121301435
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Position End Date
FTE	1.0
Work Schedule	Varies. Night and weekends are essential
Basic Function	Assist the Director of Athletic Communications with the daily operations of Denison's NCAA Division III athletic departments sports information and communication needs. Perform duties of the Director if needed in his/her absence. Cover administrative assignments for the department as needed.
Essential Job Functions	This role will provide coverage and media services for Denison's 26 NCAA Division III varsity athletic programs. Assist in the maintenance of the athletics department website (photography, headshots), help compile game and season statistics and report scores and statistics to media outlets, NCAA and the NCAC when necessary. Assist with producing programs, recruiting material, feature articles, press releases and multimedia content, with a particular emphasis on social media and digital media needs. Provide assistance in the oversight of the Denison Sports Network, including but not limited to scheduling broadcasters and student photographers and videographers; assist students working at the athletic events. Excellent writing and editing skills; have knowledge of both Mac and Windows operating systems; extensive experience with Adobe Creative Suite as well as Stat Crew, Presto and NCAA Live Stats statistical systems. Must be able to work with tight deadlines. Irregular hours (nights and weekends) and some travel will be required.
Minimum Qualifications	A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Must have a current, valid driver's license and must be insurable under Denison's liability insurance policy. Key Attributes Excellent problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills. Demonstrate an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment. Ability to relate well to students, fellow department members and other colleagues. Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events. Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.
Preferred Qualifications	Preferred Candidate will have a minimum of two years experience in intercollegiate sports information or media relations/communications field; Experience with video editing software (iMovie, Adobe Premier or Final Cut Pro); Broadcasting experience and the ability to mentor student broadcasters; Experience utilizing social media to increase visibility and grow the University's brand; Demonstrate an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment; Elite problem solving, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Physical Demands	Carry and move equipment as needed
Contact(s)	Ashleigh Jones
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email	hr@denison.edu
Open Date	02/17/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Denison University Background Check Statement	The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement	Denison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Title IX Notice: Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison's official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit https://denison.edu/forms/non-discrimination-notice. You can learn more about Title IX at Denison at https://denison.edu/campus/title-ix. Job seekers who may need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (740) 587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.