Sports Information Director
Sports Information Director
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Ohio Wesleyan University a selective private undergraduate liberal arts residential institution founded in 1842 and located just 20 miles north of Columbus is seeking candidates for the position of Sports Information Director. This is a salaried Full-Time position with benefits.
About the candidate:
As a successful candidate for this position you will lead the strategic communications efforts for the Universitys athletic division promoting and enhancing the visibility of all varsity sports programs. You will use creative storytelling media relations digital content and game-day operations to highlight the achievements and spirit of our athletic this role you will collaborate across departments to ensure a consistent and integrated message that supports the Universitys mission and athletic objectives.
Job Summary:
The Sports Information Director (SID) leads the strategic communication efforts for the colleges athletic division. This role is responsible for promoting and enhancing the visibility of all varsity athletic programs through creative storytelling media relations digital content and game-day operations. The Sports Information Director collaborates across departments to ensure a consistent and integrated message that supports the Universitys mission and athletic objectives. This position reports to the Vice President of Marketing & Communications.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic communications plan for the athletics department that aligns with the Universitys communication philosophy.
- Ensure alignment of athletics messaging consistent with the Universitys brand identity and messaging strategy.
- Serve as the primary media contact for all varsity sports and coordinate interview requests with coaches and student-athletes.
- Maintain and update the University athletics website.
- Produce high-quality live video and audio streams for home athletic events.
Factors Contributing Success:
- - Bachelors degree in communications journalism sport management or a related field.
- Preferred- Masters degree in communications sport management or a related field.
- Preferred- Experience working in a college or university setting.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in a collegiate sports information or athletic communications setting.
- Proficiency in NCAA statistical software (e.g. StatCrew Presto NCAA LiveStats).
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign and Photoshop) and Google Workspace.
- Experience with social media platforms including Facebook Twitter(X) Instagram YouTube and emerging channels.
- Familiarity with Canva BoxOut Sports and website content management systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as a part of a collaborative team environment.
Completed application packets will include:
1) Cover Letter with salary requirements.
2) Resume.
3) References will be requested for top candidates.
4) Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Note:Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Ohio Wesleyan University offers a rewarding place to work! To discover why this should be your next work home visit our website. Learn more about our benefits at Discover our Benefits. As an equal opportunity institution OWU has a commitment to diversity equity inclusion and anti-racism. We do not discriminate on any basis including: race religion color culture national origin sex and/or sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression age marital status veteran status disability status economic barriers or any other legally protected factor.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
