Athletic Communications Lead — Baseball & Beyond

Auburn

Auburn (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Auburn Athletics seeks a strategic communications leader to drive comprehensive media strategies for Auburn Baseball and other assigned programs. You will serve as a trusted advisor to coaches and athletics leadership, shaping messaging, storytelling, and high‑impact editorial initiatives.

You will manage high‑visibility coverage, coordinate media operations, and collaborate with marketing, digital, and broadcast partners to elevate visibility and recognition for student‑athletes and programs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
4 years of experience in public relations, media relations, and/or communications services.

Responsibilities

Independently manages communications operations for Auburn Baseball and other assigned sport(s).
Lead communications strategist for Auburn Baseball and other assigned sport(s).
Advise coaches and sport leadership on media strategy and messaging; escalate issues as needed.
Produce and oversee major editorial materials (season guides, features, award submissions).
Oversee media operations: interview coordination, credentialing, postgame communications.
Promote student-athletes, coaches, and programs for conference and national recognition.
Train and mentor student assistants and staff on communications processes.
Collaborate with creative, digital, marketing, and broadcast teams to align messaging.
Ensure compliance with NCAA and SEC regulations.