Assistant Director of Communications

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking an Assistant Director of Communications, Athletics to lead communications for assigned sports programs. The role focuses on creating game notes, releases, stories, and engaging social media content, while collaborating with coaches and staff to elevate brand awareness.

The position requires at least 2 years in athletics communications, a relevant bachelor's degree, and the ability to travel for select away games and championships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, sport management or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant athletics communications experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the sports communication contact for assigned athletic programs.
• Create game notes, releases, stories, and social media content.
• Collaborate with coaches and staff; travel for away games/championships as needed.
• Assist in home event media management and brand-aligned communications.
• Coordinate with University Marketing to maintain brand identity.

Skills

Communications

Storytelling

Social media

Content creation

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Position Details

• Job Title: Assistant Director of Communications, Athletics
• Position Number: 8102562
• Work Modality: Fully In-Person
• Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?: No
• Job Category: University Staff
• Job Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
• Department Name: ATHLETICS
• Location Code: ATHLETICS - GENERAL PROGRAM (03300A)
• Is this split and/or fully grant funded?: No

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director for Communications, this position will be responsible for serving as the sports communication contact for assigned athletic programs responsible for but not limited to:

• Game notes, working competitions, weekly reports/player of the week nominations, releases/stories, team social media accounts, and working directly with assigned sport coaches.
• Travel may be required for select away games and championships.
• Assist in home event game management as it pertains to media, communications, statistics, and content creation.
• Work closely with Loyola's Office of University Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent use of University identity/brand identity and to collaborate on story items and/or initiatives that have potential scope beyond Athletics.
• Assist in content creation in an effort to elevate the brand and awareness of sport programs.
  • Content may include written story, photography, video clips and highlights, and other social media content.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, sport management or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in an athletics communications office.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in athletics communications, experience with producing and managing the design, layout, content and flow of multiple publications for multiple platforms (web, e-mail, podcasts, digital audio & video, digital photography, graphics, social media and print)Work collaboratively with other external relations and digital/creative media staff (e.g. marketing, video, social media) on campaigns and projects.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

NA

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office, Adobe

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather

Open Date

09/30/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$51,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$44,0$0/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

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Quick Link for Posting

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35854