Athletics Brand Communications Lead

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; Kellner (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Brand Communications team is seeking an Assistant Director of Brand Communications to lead storytelling for Wisconsin Athletics and its programs, and to serve as the primary communications contact for the women’s basketball program.

This role plans and executes strategic communication initiatives, coordinates media relations, and collaborates with departments to promote athletic and institutional goals, with potential supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of two years of experience in sports marketing, communications, or a related field at the collegiate or professional level
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and guidelines and experience working in an atmosphere of NCAA compliance
• Ability to develop and implement innovative approaches and solutions

Responsibilities

• Assists in development of all strategic communication initiatives
• Identifies and monitors all media relations, publicity, and player promotion requirements
• Edits and distributes athletic communication materials for internal and external audiences
• Manages communication of athletic statistics and record keeping

Skills

Storytelling

Social media

Graphic design

Video editing

Written communications

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Photo editing

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Brand Communications team is seeking an Assistant Director of Brand Communications to lead storytelling for Wisconsin Athletics and its programs, and to serve as the primary communications contact for the women’s basketball program.

This role plans and executes strategic communication initiatives, coordinates media relations, and collaborates with departments to promote athletic and institutional goals, with potential supervisory responsibilities.