Director of Athletic Communications & Game Day Operations

NAIA National Champion Hope International; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NAIA National Champion Hope International is seeking a Director of Athletic Communications & Game Day Operations to shape and execute the communications and operations for Goshen College Athletics. This role includes developing strategies for digital platforms, social media engagement, and accurate media relations.

The position is integral in managing home game operations, staffing, and executing special events, collaborating across campus for seamless athletic initiatives. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in communications and event operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in athletic communications or a related field.
• Strong digital communication skills, including social media management.
• Ability to manage game day operations and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the communications strategy for Goshen College Athletics.
• Oversee home game operations, including staff management.
• Serve as the primary media contact for athletic events.

Job description

Director of Athletic Communications & Game Day Operations

The Director of Athletic Communications & Game Day Operations provides leadership in shaping and executing the communications, storytelling, and event operations for Goshen College Athletics. This position develops and implements a comprehensive communications strategy, overseeing all digital platforms, social media, and the department’s website (goleafs.net), while producing engaging content that promotes student-athletes, teams, and the overall brand of GC Athletics. The role serves as the primary media contact, managing relationships with external outlets and ensuring accurate, timely, and compelling coverage across all sports. The position also directs all home game operations, including staffing, scheduling, and event execution, with responsibility for recruiting and supervising both paid and volunteer personnel. This role oversees live stream operations and game day experiences, supervises student workers, and leads key events such as “THE LEAFYs Awards” and other special athletic initiatives. This director role collaborates across campus with athletic administrators, coaches, the department statistician, the Communications and Marketing Office, Information Technology Services and Media staff, and the Events Office to ensure seamless planning, promotion, and execution of all athletic events and communications initiatives.