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Sports Information Director
NCAA Market
Mitchell, SD, United States
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Dakota Wesleyan University is seeking to fill the position of Sports Information Director. This position provides public information and public relations support specific to the university athletic programs.
Duties include dissemination of sports publicity, staffing of home and selected road contests, writing press releases, editing and production of media guides and game programs including advertising sales, and possible public address responsibilities. Coverage of special events, such as NCAA and NAIA tournaments and maintaining updated content for the athletic website is expected. Some travel required.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; 2 – 3 years experience in sports information or print journalism preferred.
Must have experience with statistical reporting and working with Adobe Photoshop, Indesign and Premiere Pro.
Experience managing social media accounts to build community awareness, including Twitter, Facebook and Instgram.
Knowledge of Associated Press Style, StatCrew statistical programs and athletics website management is preferred.
Experience with Presto Sports statistical software and web management systems is a plus.
Photography and photo editing is required, as is the creation and implementation of graphics for social media.
Studio photography experience is preferred.
Successful candidates will have strong written and oral skills, attention to detail and have a demonstrated commitment to the mission of DWU and our values of learning, leadership, faith, and service.
Job will require evening hours and weekends throughout the academic year.
Desired Skills:
•Strong writing
•Excellent communication skills
•Experience working in sports information and handling media relations
•Photography•Adobe Photoshop and Indesign proficiency
•Experience managing college athletics website
•Knowledge of Statcrew and Presto statistical software
•Ability to work independently and able to make tight deadlinesDakota Wesleyan University is committed to fostering diversity and is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the candidacy of underrepresented groups. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and the three references to:jahayen@dwu.eduHuman Resources Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchell , SD 57301
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; 2 – 3 years experience in sports information or print journalism preferred. Must have experience with statistical reporting and working with Adobe Photoshop, Indesign and Premiere Pro. Experience managing social media accounts to build community awareness, including Twitter, Facebook and Instgram. Knowledge of Associated Press Style, StatCrew statistical programs and athletics website management is preferred. Experience with Presto Sports statistical software and web management systems is a plus.
About Dakota Wesleyan University
Dakota Wesleyan University is a private, four-year, liberal arts university in the Great Plains Athletic Conference (NAIA).