Sports Information Director

 

Primary Role

Plans, coordinates, and implements the public relations and promotion efforts for the athletic department.

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Plans and coordinates preparation and distribution of athletic publications including, but not limited to, individual sport brochures, media guides, newsletters, weekly releases, special news spots, game results, etc.
  2. Prepares and distributes athletic contest statistics, including team and individual performance statistics. Insures the preparation and maintenance of accurate data sets, photo files, and data for information returned.
  3. Maintains the athletic department web page. Prepares and issues public relations and media pieces to support and promote the athletic department and athletic events.
  4. Responds to information requests from news media, conference offices, NCAA, and other sports information officers. Provide accurate and complete information in a timely manner.
  5. Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervision Required/Given

Receives general direction and guidance. Must work collaboratively and supportively with other individuals and groups. Hires, trains, and supervises student employees, providing specific direction and oversight of assignments.

Position Qualifications

  1. Knowledge and capabilities normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  2. Demonstrated experience, knowledge, and proficiency with PC software sufficient to support media material publications and relevant athletic events statistical calculation.
  3. At least three years experience with sports information sufficient to demonstrate skills in: written and oral communications, sports statistics, media relations and event planning and management.