Athletics Communications Strategist

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Below-market campus housing

Job summary

University of the Pacific in Stockton seeks an Assistant Director of Athletics Communications to lead media relations for Pacific Athletics. You will pitch stories, manage crises, and coach coaches and student-athletes on interviews.

The role requires building strong media partnerships across regional and national outlets and coordinating multi-channel campaigns. The position calls for strategic communication, collaboration with senior athletics staff, and the ability to respond quickly to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two years’ experience in media relations or communications.
• Willingness to travel for road contests.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce news releases, advisories, and media content.
• Cultivate relationships with traditional and new media.
• Advise athletic leadership on media relations and training.
• Manage crises and protect the university’s reputation.
• Coordinate media campaigns across digital, print, and social channels.

Skills

Media relations

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Pitching stories

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree in media relations/communications/journalism

Tools

MS Office

Video editing software

Content management systems

Job description

University of the Pacific in Stockton seeks an Assistant Director of Athletics Communications to lead media relations for Pacific Athletics. You will pitch stories, manage crises, and coach coaches and student-athletes on interviews.

The role requires building strong media partnerships across regional and national outlets and coordinating multi-channel campaigns. The position calls for strategic communication, collaboration with senior athletics staff, and the ability to respond quickly to