Manager, Athletics Communications

Brown University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Athletics & Recreation seeks a collaborative, organized, and creative communications professional to manage the day-to-day operations of Athletics Communications. The role oversees messaging across digital and traditional media platforms for Brown’s varsity programs and recreation initiatives.

The candidate will manage storytelling, media relations, and content across websites and social media, ensuring accuracy and brand consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience in athletics communications, sports information, media relations, or related field.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support storytelling and media relations for Brown Athletics & Recreation.
• Manage websites, social media, and content to ensure timely digital communications.
• Produce high-quality editorial content with accuracy and brand consistency.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite and media assets to support storytelling.
• Analyze digital metrics to inform content strategy.

Skills

Exceptional written communication

Project management

Editorial judgment

Social media analytics

Athletics communications knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photography

Video editing

Graphic design

Job description

Job Title

Manager, Athletics Communications

Overview

Brown University Athletics & Recreation seeks a collaborative, organized, and creative communications professional to manage the day-to-day operations of Athletics Communications. The role oversees the execution of communications efforts that promote Brown’s 38 varsity athletics programs and recreation initiatives while ensuring timely, accurate, and consistent messaging across digital and traditional media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support storytelling, media relations, and departmental communications to enhance the visibility and reputation of Brown Athletics & Recreation.
• Manage websites, content management systems, and social media platforms to ensure timely, engaging, and accurate digital communications.
• Produce high‑quality work with strong editorial judgment and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Utilize industry–standard communications tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, photography, video, and graphic design resources to support storytelling and brand engagement.
• Use social media analytics, website metrics, and other digital performance data to evaluate communications effectiveness and inform future content strategies.
• Apply knowledge of NCAA Division I athletics, Ivy League Conference, higher education, and intercollegiate athletics communication needs.

Competencies & Skills

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences while maintaining professionalism, accuracy, and brand consistency.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Effective use of social media analytics, website metrics, and digital performance data.
• Knowledge of athletics‑related media relations, statistical reporting, game operations, and event communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience in athletics communications, sports information, media relations, public relations, or a related communications field.

Job Details

• Department: Athletics & Recreation
• Grade: Grade 10
• Worker Type: Employee, Regular Time, Full time
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
• Position Work Location: Onsite
• Recruiting Start Date: 2026‑07‑16

Compliance & Safety

• All employees must adhere to NCAA rules and regulations and report any violations to the compliance office.
• Coaching employees must receive annual rules education on NCAA recruiting legislation and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification.
• Background Check: Criminal, Education, MVR required.

Benefits

Benefits of Working at Brown are available for review on the Brown University website.

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance and maintains affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

Contact

For questions, please contact [e-mail].