National Team Wide Receiver Coach, Football

The National Team Wide Receiver Coach is responsible for training and developing student-athletes to compete at the highest level. This role focuses on position-specific skill development, game preparation, and overall player growth within the IMG Academy National Team program. Position Responsibilities: Design and implement a position-specific training program for wide receivers. Evaluate and develop route running, catching techniques, blocking assignments, and game awareness to enhance performance. Partner with the offensive coordinator to align WR play with the overall offensive scheme. Provide film analysis and breakdowns, helping student-athletes refine their understanding of defensive coverages and route adjustments. Collaborate with performance coaches to optimize speed, agility, and conditioning for the wide receiver position. Prepare athletes psychologically for both practices and games, fostering confidence and leadership on and off the field. Mentor student-athletes, emphasizing both their football and personal development. Assist in the college recruiting process, helping athletes with exposure, highlight film preparation, and direct communication with college programs. Maintain strong relationships with parents/guardians, providing clear communication on player progress and development. Actively participate in tournaments, showcases, and events to support athlete exposure and recruitment efforts. Ensure a safe and structured training environment. Uphold IMG Academy’s four-year model for long-term athlete development. Support enrollment efforts by assisting sport advisors in generating leads and maintaining an accurate pipeline. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience coaching or playing wide receiver at the collegiate or professional level. Strong understanding of route concepts, defensive coverages, and passing game strategy. Ability to develop technical skills such as release techniques, hand-eye coordination, and footwork. Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field. High-level proficiency in film breakdown and game preparation. Passion for developing high-character, high-performing student-athletes. Strong ability to collaborate with offensive staff and other position coaches. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to mentor and guide athletes through the recruiting process. Preferred Skills: Experience playing/coaching at the professional or Power 5 collegiate level. CPR certification. Bilingual. Valid driver's license with ability to travel for tournaments, games, and recruiting events. Physical Demands & Work Environment: Ability to work in outdoor conditions for extended periods. Mobility to move around campus, including fields, gym, and weight room. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.