Responsibilities

• The Assistant Director of Athletic Communications assists the Associate Athletic Director for Communications as the primary point of contact for external communications for the Department of Athletics at Bowdoin.
• This position helps manage the official website and social media channels, and acts as the primary creator/editor of video and graphic content.
• Clerical tasks include in-game management at press and scorer's tables, statistical coverage, and historical record keeping.
• The position oversees several student workers and works closely with the department's contracted photographer and producers from the Northeast Sports Network webcasting service.
• Some supervision of student workers may be required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Applicants must possess strong writing and editorial skills, working knowledge of desktop publishing (Adobe Photoshop, Statcrew software and video production is preferred)
• Specialized training in NLS/NCAA statistical software preferred.
• The ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
• 2-4 years prior experience working in an intercollegiate sports information office and/or Athletic department setting is required.

Preferred

• 4-6 years of experience in collegiate athletic communications preferred, or comparable background in Communications/Sports Management.
• Specialized training in NLS/NCAA statistical software preferred.

Benefits

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Generous Retirement Plan - 401(a) and 403(b)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid Holidays and Special Days Off: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.html
• Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
• Household access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool
• Free fitness and wellness classes!
• And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html