What are the responsibilities and job description for the Davidson College - Assistant Director of Athletic Communications position at CoSIDA?
Davidson College, an NCAA Division I school and member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, Pioneer Football League and Southern Conference (wrestling) is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Director of Athletic Communications.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting the Athletic Communications staff with coverage of 21 sports; serving as the primary contact for women's basketball, volleyball or men's soccer, men's cross country / track & fieldsport assignments subject to change based on candidate; producing online team record books / media guides, game notes, news releases, statistics compilation; generating feature content video / stories and other unique coverage for DavidsonWildcats.com; establishing and maintaining positive relations with media through strong interpersonal communication skills; staffing home and select away events; assist in facilitating social media in line with department goals; other duties as assigned. Individual will also assist with gameday responsibilities for football as well as men's basketball and women's basketball programs.
This position will also have a heavy emphasis on graphic design which will then be utilized for social media and website purposes.
Position will also play a role in set up, production and breakdown of Davidson Athletics ESPN / videostreaming efforts.
RequirementsBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, sport management or a related field. Minimum of two years experience in a college athletic communications office or similar field.
PreferencesExcellent communication and organizational skills; must possess good writing and editing ability; knowledge of AP style; proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites (i.e. InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere, Lightroom, Illustrator) Microsoft Word and NLS statistical software; strong knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok). Knowledge of digital photography and video, not required but highly recommended.
Work SamplesPlease submit writing, graphic design and desktop publishing (game notes or media guide) samples to Joey Beeler (Assistant A.D. for Athletic Communications) jobeeler@davidson.edu.
Applications for the position will be accepted online at
Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesMust have good writing skills, must be proficient in the use of statistical programs, must be proficient in layout and design programs, must have general understanding of Web site design and ability to learn Davidson's web design software, must have a general understanding of assigned sports, must have knowledge of how to video stream live athletic events on Internet and must have knowledge of conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, sport management or a related field. Minimum of two years experience in a college athletic communications office or similar field.
