Athletic Communications Assistant - Winona State University at Winona State University | Winona, MN

Winona State University

Athletic Communications Assistant - Winona State University

Winona, MN (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableEntry LevelPart time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own athletic communications coverage and season-wide messaging to elevate Winona State student‑athletes and programs across media, with a focus on multi-channel promotion, content creation, and social strategy.

Own the athletic communications coverage plan and ensure alignment with department leadership.
Drive promotion across the website, press materials, game notes, media guides, regional and national outlets, and social platforms.
Lead fall, winter and spring sports communications and implement social strategies with support for graphic content.

Job Description

execution of the athletic communications coverage plan as set forth by the Director of Athletics, Deputy Athletic Director / SWA, and the Director of Athletic Communications
promotion of Winona State student-athletes, coaches and teams through a variety of means, including but not limited to the department website (winonastatewarriors.com), press releases, weekly game notes, media guides, local, regional and national media outlets, social media and other media platforms
serve as communications lead for fall, winter and spring sports
assist with other athletic events when needed
facilitate graphic design creation and creative content
implement social media strategies

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sport Management, Recreation Management, Communications, or related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in social media management and content creation
Desire to pursue a career in intercollegiate or professional athletic communications or public relations
This position requires working evenings, weekends, and holidays

Previous experience in athletic communications or public relations
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or other graphic design outlets
Knowledge of StatCrew and NCAA Genius Scoring Systems
Ability to convey communications plans and strategies to WSU Athletics coaches, student-athletes, administrators and other staff members

Winona State University

Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a comprehensive public university with close to 8,800 students. The oldest member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Winona State offers 80 undergraduate, pre-professional, licensure, graduate, and doctorate programs on its three campuses: the original Main Campus in Winona, the West Campus in Winona, and Winona State University-Rochester.

Winona, Minnesota, USA

1.6K employees (67 in marketing)

www.winona.edu