Sr. Associate AD for Football Strategic Communication and Public Relations

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A major university in Columbus is seeking a Senior Associate AD for Football Strategic Communication and Public Relations. This position involves leading media relations, strategy development, and brand positioning for the football program. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in athletic communications, alongside proven crisis management skills. The role requires working closely with senior leaders and is essential for elevating the program's national profile. Competitive compensation and full-time employment are offered.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience in athletic communications, public relations, or sports media.
• Experience managing high-profile media relations for sports teams, preferably football.
• Ability to work long hours and travel as required.

Responsabilités

• Serve as chief architect of the football program’s brand and media strategy.
• Lead all football-related media relations and public relations planning.
• Develop crisis communication protocols to protect the university's reputation.
• Oversee football’s creative team to ensure integrated storytelling.

Connaissances

Media relations

Crisis communication

Brand positioning

Strategic communications

Relationship building

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or public relations

Advanced degree

Description du poste

Sr. Associate AD for Football Strategic Communication and Public Relations

The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. This position reports directly to the Executive Associate AD for External Affairs and Chief Communications Officer and works closely with the Head Football Coach. The Senior Associate AD will be the chief architect of the football program’s communication, brand positioning, and media strategy, protecting, promoting, and elevating the national profile of the program while ensuring alignment with the university’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

30 % - Strategic Communications & Brand Positioning

• Serve as chief architect of the football program’s brand and media strategy; shape narratives that elevate the program nationally and globally.

25 % - Media Relations & Public Relations

• Lead all football‑related media relations and PR planning; serve as senior advisor to the Head Coach and executive leadership.

15 % - Crisis Communication & Reputation Management

• Develop and implement crisis communication protocols; manage sensitive issues to protect the program and university reputation.

15 % - Creative Team Oversight & Storytelling

• Oversee football’s creative team to ensure integrated storytelling across all platforms.

10 % - Media Strategy & Relationship Building

• Build strong relationships with media outlets; identify thought leadership opportunities; monitor media trends and analytics to refine communication strategies.

5 % - Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field required; advanced degree preferred. 10–12 years of progressively responsible experience in athletic communications, public relations, or sports media. Demonstrated expertise in managing high‑profile media relations for a collegiate or professional sports team, preferably football. Proven ability to advise senior leaders and coaches in high‑pressure, public‑facing environments. Experience managing crises and developing communication strategies that protect brand integrity. Ability to work long hours, nights, weekends, and travel as required by the football schedule.

How to Apply

Please submit all application materials by December 18, 2025.

https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Sr-Associate-AD-for-Football-Strategic-Communication-and-Public-Relations_R140941-1

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Marketing and Public Relations
• Industries: Higher Education and Sports Teams and Clubs