Student Worker: Athletic Communications Assistant

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); Hybrid; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a Student Worker: Athletic Communications Assistant to support all athletic communications and game day operations functions. Responsibilities include operating communication equipment, compiling statistics, and assisting with media relations during events.

The ideal candidate is a current student with strong communication skills and an interest in sports. This position entails working during evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by athletic schedules. Join us in delivering compelling athletic communications!

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Interest in sports communications, journalism, broadcasting, or athletic administration preferred.
• Ability to learn statistical software and communications technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and operation of game day communications equipment.
• Support livestream operations for home athletic events.
• Compile and verify statistics for athletic contests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Current student at East Texas A&M University

Tools

NCAA Live Stats

StatCrew

ESPN+

Job description

Job Title

Student Worker: Athletic Communications Assistant

Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Summary

The Athletic Communications Student Assistant provides support for all athletic communications and game day operations functions for East Texas A&M Athletics. This position assists with statistical operations, live event coverage, digital broadcasts, media relations support, and game day communications responsibilities.

Game Day Operations

• Assist with setup and operation of game day communications equipment.
• Operate NCAA Live Stats and other official statistics software during athletic contests.
• Serve as scorekeeper, statistician, spotter, or stat caller as assigned.
• Assist with ESPN+ broadcasts, including graphics, scorebug operation, stat integration, and production support.
• Support livestream operations for home athletic events.
• Assist with maintaining official game records and statistics.
• Coordinate distribution of game notes, statistics, and post‑game reports to media and visiting teams.
• Help monitor game operations from a communications perspective to ensure compliance with conference and NCAA reporting requirements.

Athletic Communications Support

• Compile and verify statistics for athletic contests.
• Assist with updating athletic department websites and digital platforms.
• Support social media coverage during home events.
• Assist with photography, videography, and content collection for athletic communications purposes.
• Help prepare game notes, media guides, and other publications.
• Assist with archival and historical record maintenance.
• Support special events, media days, and championship hosting responsibilities.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.
• Maintain professionalism when interacting with coaches, student‑athletes, officials, media representatives, and fans.
• Complete assignments accurately and within established deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Communications staff.

Qualifications

• Current East Texas A&M University student in good academic standing.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Ability to learn statistical software, livestreaming platforms, and communications technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by athletic event schedules.
• Interest in sports communications, journalism, broadcasting, marketing, or athletic administration preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NCAA Live Stats, StatCrew, Genius Sports, or similar statistical software.
• Experience with ESPN+ productions or video broadcasting.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation.
• Knowledge of collegiate athletics and NCAA sports.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during athletic events.
• Ability to lift and transport communications equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in outdoor and indoor athletic venues under varying weather conditions.

Learning Outcomes

• NCAA statistical reporting
• Sports broadcasting and production
• Media relations
• Event operations
• Digital content creation
• Athletic communications administration
• Professional communication and leadership development

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer