Assistant Director, Strategic Communications and Digital Media

Department:

Athletic Communications [2640]

Office:

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications and Digital Media

Department:

Athletic Communications [2640]

Office:

Manhattan College

Job ID:

2641140

Position Type:

Administrator

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OVERVIEW:

Manhattan College, an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking a qualified candidate for a 12-month, full-time position of Assistant Director of Strategic Communications and Digital Media . This position assists the Strategic Communications and Digital Media office with the promotion of Manhattan College’s student-athlete experience, which assists with all aspects of day-to-day office operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for producing and providing information to media outlets, collecting statistical data, records, and history on university student-athletes, and ensuring effective presence on www.GoJaspers.com
• Coordinate media opportunities, press conferences and interviews with local, regional and national media to promote Manhattan College student-athletes, coaches, and staff, while maintaining brand consistency.
• Manage, update and create content for the athletics department and team social media accounts through written and multimedia content (photography, videos, and graphic designs).
• Create graphics, game programs and other promotional items for print and digital publication.
• The position will be expected to continuously evolve with strategies and methodology for content and promotion of the Athletic Department in the current ever-changing digital age.
• Assist in the planning and production of live audio and/or video broadcast of the Jasper Sports Network and ESPN3.
• Oversee the Jasper Sports Network / ESPN3 Director for live broadcasts, web streaming, marketing, and promotional videos; further developing initiatives in new media, social media and multimedia.
• Act as a liaison to the MAAC and the NCAA Offices
• Nominate student-athletes for national, regional and conference athletic and academic honors. Coordinate media operations for home events and assist with special events when necessary.
• Successful candidates must be able to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment with coaches, other staff members, Manhattan College employees and external constituents.
• Assist with the coordination of part-time staff and associated payroll. Seek campus and external assistance through the department’s internship program.
• Willingness to accept other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree in related areas preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of full-time prior experience at the Division I level.
• Assertive, outgoing, hard-working and resourceful.
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships and create partnerships with a wide range of constituent groups.
• Ability to design marketing materials; proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop and InDesign preferred.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Required to travel and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and keep specific timelines.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to problem solve.
• Ability to work effectively with coaches, faculty, administration, alumni and community.

OTHER:

• Salary $61,000

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic coeducational institution in the Lasallian tradition. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a college with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V

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