Job Description

This full-time position oversees all communications, media relations, and digital media efforts for the Department of Athletics, supporting 11 NCAA varsity sports and club programs.

The Director of Athletic Communications & Marketing will serve as the primary storyteller and media contact for Simmons Athletics, managing the website, social media channels, live streaming, statistical reporting, and day-to-day coverage of the NCAA athletic programs. This role plays a key part in shaping the visibility and brand of Simmons University Athletics while supporting the University’s mission to be a community of higher learning that unites passion with purpose.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

*Serve as lead media contact for all NCAA teams and the Department of Athletics & Recreation *Manage and update the official athletics website (athletics.simmons.edu) *Oversee social media strategy and content creation across multiple platforms *Write and distribute game recaps, press releases, and feature stories *Coordinate game day operations: live stats, public address, and live streaming *Maintain and report accurate team statistics to the NCAA, GNAC, NAC, NEWMAC and other partners *Hire, train, and supervise student workers, interns and/or grad assistants *Collaborate with university communications, marketing, admissions, and advancement to elevate athletic storytelling and outreach *Coordinate with external constituents such as photographer, videographer, etc. as needed to meet the goals of the Department

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

*Implement, monitor, and update comprehensive social media content for the athletic department with new video/photo content including, but not limited to infographics, highlights, recaps, and other pertinent content *Maintain all archives and historical records: rosters, schedules/results, photos, statistics, rankings, awards, press releases, etc. *Actively pursue and execute nominations of student-athletes, staff, and coaches for conference, regional, and national and coach association awards/recognition *Support athletic related special events including but not limited to the Hall of Fame, athletic awards ceremonies, alumnae games, recruiting clinics, etc.

• Unwavering passion for working in collegiate athletics and promoting student athletic and academic success

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, sport management, or related field. A

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in athletic communications or sports information.

• A high level of computer literacy including Macintosh and PC; familiar with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, Google Suite

• Knowledge of Simmons University and NCAA guidelines regarding publications and promotions

• Extensive experience with LiveStats and other similar statistics software

• Basic knowledge of HTML and web content management systems (specifically Sidearm Sports)

• Experience in developing social media strategy and live streaming platforms

• Experience with video editing, creative content production, and graphic design

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as necessary

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