Job Details

Assistant Director of Communications and Creative Media

Position Number: 6114052
Location: Hamilton, NY
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Colgate University

Assistant Director of Communications and Creative Media

Requisition Number: 2025S031Posting
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Division:
Department: Office of University Communications
Wage/Salary Range: $60,410-$62,500

Department Statement:

The assistant director of communications and creative media assists in telling the Colgate story with clarity and consistency in order to build awareness, attract the best students, faculty, and staff, and foster lasting relationships through communications, creative content production, and student-athlete promotion. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position that plays a crucial role in enhancing the visibility and reputation of Colgate athletics.

Accountabilities:

Reporting to the director of athletics communications, the assistant director will be responsible for capturing and creating athletics content, maintaining the athletics website, composing press releases, and managing social media accounts, among other duties. The role requires a blend of creativity, communication skills, and a passion for athletics, making it an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact in the field of sports communications and creative media.

Assist in developing and executing overall communication strategy for assigned sports, fitting within the broader context of Colgates University-wide communications strategy.
Maintain the athletics website through roster updates, information, scheduling updates, etc. (20%)
Compose press releases, game previews, game recaps, feature stories. Set up live stats, author game notes, and produce other design flyers and printed materials. (20%)
Craft creative content, utilizing photography, videography, and graphic design skills for assigned sports. Watch live athletic events and publish social media posts during the events. (20%)
Communicate with media, coaches and representatives from other universities on gameday. (10%)
Update digital page designs, flyers, statistics records. (10%)
Attend planning meetings, brainstorming, collaboration with coworkers, etc. (10%)
Email communication with other universities, conference office, etc. (10%)

This position requires frequent work outside of traditional office hours, including but not limited to evenings and weekends. This position will frequently travel with an assigned sport in addition to postseason events. A valid drivers license is also required.

Accountable for maintaining personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies to include:

NCAA
Specific conference
Athletics department
University policies

Professional Experience/Qualifications

Bachelors Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in communications, public relations, creative content, or a position with similar duties and/or skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to balance multiple projects.
Previous experience managing social media and comfortable shooting and editing video.
Knowledge and familiarity with the NCAA is needed.
Basic knowledge of or familiarity with Colgate University and its 25 varsity programs, along with an understanding of various statistics platforms such as Stat Crew and Genius Sports is important.
Proficiency in content publishing software (Adobe Creative Cloud).
Understanding commitment to University, League, and NCAA regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree or equivalent experience with at least two (2) years in communications, public relations, creative content, or a position with similar duties and/or skills.
Lead communications contact for specific sports, working with different coaches.
Advanced level of experience managing social media and familiarity with shooting/editing video.
Moderate to advanced level of expertise in creative software (Adobe Creative Cloud), photography.

Education

A Bachelors degree is required.

Other Information

Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which they are aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause.

Work Schedule:

Weekdays, Evenings, Overnight, Occasional Weekends

Job Open Date: 03/28/2025
Job Close Date: 5/30/2025
Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

In your cover letter, please provide an overview of your knowledge of Colgate University and its 25 varsity programs. Additionally, a strong understanding of various statistics platforms, such as Stat Crew and Genius Sports, is highly preferred.

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://careers.colgate.edu/postings/6292

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgates Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.