Graduate Athletic Communications GA: Media Relations & Stats

Illinois State University; Illinois; On-site; USD 20,565 - 24,632; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Monthly stipend

Job summary

A public research university is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications, offering a $2025 monthly stipend and tuition waiver. Responsibilities include serving as the primary media contact, compiling statistics, and assisting on game days. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and be graduate students in Sport Management, Communication, or Recreation Administration. This 12-month position requires a commitment from Summer 2026.

Qualifications

• Eligible for appointment as per the Graduate Assistant Handbook.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Must be a degree-seeking graduate student at Illinois State University.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary media contact for assigned sports.
• Compile and update statistics.
• Write press releases for GoRedbirds.com.

Skills

Media contact

Statistical compilation

Press release writing

Game-day operations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate student in Sport Management or related field

Job description

A public research university is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications, offering a $2025 monthly stipend and tuition waiver. Responsibilities include serving as the primary media contact, compiling statistics, and assisting on game days. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and be graduate students in Sport Management, Communication, or Recreation Administration. This 12-month position requires a commitment from Summer 2026.