Associate Director of Athletic Communications

Responsibilities

• Support the promotion and visibility of 19 NCAA Division I varsity programs through strategic media relations and digital content creation.
• Manage and update the official athletics website, including rosters, statistics, and records.
• Produce written content such as game stories, news releases, and official media notes.
• Oversee social media strategy and create engaging content across various platforms.
• Coordinate game day media operations, including press box personnel and audio/visual support.
• Assist with ESPN+ broadcasts and other multimedia athletic productions.
• Serve as the primary communications contact for assigned varsity sports.
• Collaborate with marketing and fan engagement teams to produce public address scripts and brand-aligned materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in sports communication or a related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in intercollegiate athletics or professional sports (graduate or undergraduate assistant experience may be considered).
• Proficiency with multimedia editing software and social media platforms.
• Strong understanding of graphic design principles and industry trends.
• Knowledge of collegiate athletic media relations practices and operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, Lightroom).
• Experience with video editing software such as Premiere, Audition, or After Effects.
• Proficiency with photo and video camera equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with initiative, creativity, and independence.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with a total University contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.
• Full tuition fee waiver for employees and 75% for spouses and dependent children.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Free access to the Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
• Access to the on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.

About the Company

The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We are dedicated to providing exceptional opportunities for our students and a supportive environment for our employees.