Responsibilities

• The Assistant Director for Communications supports the Stony Brook University Athletics Department’s mission by managing the overall communication, branding, and multimedia efforts of the athletic department. The Assistant will be responsible for promoting athletic achievements, managing game day operations, and developing multimedia content to enhance the visibility of Stony Brook University's athletic programs. They will work with local, regional, and national media, as well as internal departments, to support Athletics' goals.
• Digital and Multi-Media Content
• Brand Identity: Create and maintain the graphic brand identity for Athletics, ensuring alignment with University brand guidelines.
• Graphic Templates: Develop and design department graphic templates for use by communications staff to support revenue, recruiting, and recognition efforts.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Office of Strategic Communications on graphic design, video creation, and documentation throughout the year.
• Digital Asset Management: Convert video and graphic creatives onto the University’s Digital Asset Management software system.
• Video Initiatives: Execute the department’s video initiatives, including production and management.
• Student Interns: Manage the hiring, training, and education of student interns for game day and daily workflow within the Athletic Communication department.
• Game Management
• Gameday Strategy: Execute all gameday graphic, video, and digital strategies in support of 18 intercollegiate sports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Two (2) years of full-time experience in Communications, Media Relations, or Marketing/Promotions (student experience may be considered).

Preferred

• Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Experience with Athletic communications, sports information, and/or Sports Journalism.
• Experience with a Division I Athletic Program or a professional sports organization.
• Experience with statistical software and/or multimedia platforms.
• Experience in athletic game day operations related to PR, Communications, and/or Media.
• Experience with general graphic design principles, typography, color theory, and production processes for print and digital media.