Athletic Communications Associate

NCAA; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferris State University in Big Rapids is seeking an Athletic Communications Associate to coordinate video and multimedia content for the university’s site and social channels. You will assist in managing social media outlets, and support broadcasts, press conferences, media coverage, and department marketing for 17 varsity programs.

The role requires strong multimedia experience, social media and video operations, and at least two years of college coursework.

Qualifications

• Two years of completed college coursework is required.
• Experience in multimedia and creative content, social media, communications and video operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate video and multimedia content for website and social media.
• Assist in managing social media outlets.
• Assist in coordination and production of broadcasts and press conferences.
• Assist in media coverage and publicity for 17 varsity programs.
• Assist in department marketing efforts.
• Serve in announcing and interview roles.

Skills

Multimedia content creation

Social media management

Video operations

Publicity/PR

Education

Two years of college coursework

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

Location: Big Rapids, Michigan

Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.83 per hour

Categories: Operations, Operations - Administrative Support, Operations - Marketing/Promotions, Operations - Sports Information

Sector: Collegiate Sports

Athletic Communications Associate – Ferris State University

Coordinate video and multimedia content for website and social media, assist in managing social media outlets, assist in coordination and production of broadcasts and press conferences, assist in media coverage and publicity for 17 varsity programs, assist in department marketing efforts, serve in various announcing and interviewing roles.

The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc..

Required: Two years of completed college coursework. Previous experience in multimedia and creative content, social media, communications and video operations.

The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F1 EAD's, OPT, H1B, etc.

Equal Opportunity

Ferris State University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to inclusion and equity. Learn more about the Ferris mission, commitment to diversity and to equal opportunity, and dynamic, student-focused community at ferris.edu.

Applicants requiring accommodation or assistance completing an application/participating in the hiring process should contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]

About Ferris State University

Founded in 1884 by Michigan educator and statesman Woodbridge N. Ferris, the University has developed a modern, 880-acre campus in Big Rapids, in west central Michigan's vacation-recreation country. With more than 14,000 students enrolled in classes on its main campus in Big Rapids, 19 off-campus sites throughout Michigan and at Ferris' Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, FSU offers more than 170 majors in Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors, and Associate degree programs. By offering people what they want, when and where they need it, Ferris is Michigan's statewide university, with a transfer rate higher than any other university in Michigan, facilitated by the ease of laddering from a two-year to a four-year degree. Ferris State University prepares students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and its career-oriented, broad-based education, FSU serves our rapidly changing society and the global economy.

Ferris State University, an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity employer is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. To learn more about Ferris State University, please visit our web site at www.ferris.edu.