Part-Time Athletics Communications & Content Specialist

The Pennsylvania State University

Abington (MA)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Penn State Abington is seeking a Part-Time Sports Information Assistant to support media relations, communications, and digital content for its 14 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Working under the direction of the Sports Information Director, this opening will assist with promoting Penn State Abington’s student-athletes, coaches, teams, and athletic events across a variety of media and digital platforms.

This is a 10-month, part-time appointment that requires schedule flexibility, including

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, journalism, public relations, or related field preferred.
Previous experience in sports information, athletic communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
Knowledge and experience with Genius Live Stats (NLS) and/or PrestoStats.
Strong working knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).
Familiarity with athletics website management platforms, particularly SIDEARM and/or Presto.
Experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, or similar graphic design/content-creation platforms.
Experience with digital content platforms such as BoxOut Sports.
Experience with web streaming and video production, including Hudl and Production Truck.
Demonstrated ability to write clear, accurate, engaging game recaps, previews, press releases, and other sports content.
Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with coaches, student-athletes, staff, and campus partners.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
Experience in NCAA athletics environment, Division III preferred.
May require outdoor work in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Assist the Sports Information Director with media relations, coverage, and promotion of 14 NCAA Division III varsity sports.
Write and distribute press releases, game previews, recaps, feature stories, and other digital content for the Athletics website.
Create and schedule social media content to promote teams, student-athletes, coaches, and events.
Maintain and update the Penn State Abington Athletics website (AbingtonSports.com) with schedules, rosters, statistics, records, and history.
Provide game-day sports information support including in-game statistics, live stats, web streaming, and social media coverage.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot web streaming and video production equipment and platforms.
Coordinate and supervise student workers and game-day personnel during home events.
Maintain accurate statistical records, team histories, and athletics archives.
Support postseason and championship reporting for NCAA and conference requirements.
Perform other duties related to athletics communications as assigned.