Athletics Communications Director — Media Strategy & Storytelling

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Director of Athletic Communications to lead media relations for intercollegiate programs. You will develop strategic communications plans, oversee press operations for home events, and manage publicity for student-athletes, coaches and staff.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 3 years’ related experience; NCAA knowledge, strong writing, HTML familiarity, and Adobe Creative Suite; Master's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Experience with NCAA rules and regulations; strong writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement strategic communications plans for the athletics department.
• Coordinate media operations for home events; report results and ensure smooth operations.
• Fulfill media requests and build positive relationships with local, regional, and national media.
• Use social media to promote the athletics department and tell compelling stories.
• Write press releases for selected sports in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
• Compile and update statistics for selected sports accurately and promptly.

Skills

Strong writing

NCAA rules knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HTML coding

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)

Job description

The University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Director of Athletic Communications to lead media relations for intercollegiate programs. You will develop strategic communications plans, oversee press operations for home events, and manage publicity for student-athletes, coaches and staff.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 3 years’ related experience; NCAA knowledge, strong writing, HTML familiarity, and Adobe Creative Suite; Master's degree preferred.