University of Nebraska - Omaha, NE
posted 3 months ago
The Assistant Director of Athletic Communications at the University of Nebraska at Omaha will serve as the primary communication contact for various sport programs within the Intercollegiate Athletics department. This role is essential for enhancing the visibility and engagement of UNO sports through effective communication strategies. The position involves a combination of responsibilities that include travel for assigned sports during away games and postseason events, as well as the production of game notes and maintenance of statistics. The Assistant Director will also play a crucial role in fostering social media growth and managing home game operations, ensuring that all communications align with the university's brand standards. In addition to these responsibilities, the Assistant Director will be tasked with maintaining the athletics website pages for assigned sports, ensuring that content is up-to-date and engaging for fans and media alike. The role requires planning and coordinating media days for UNO sports, which involves direct communication with local news media to promote events and enhance coverage. The Assistant Director will also field and coordinate all media requests for assigned sports, acting as a liaison between the athletic department and the media. Collaboration with the Athletic Communications and Marketing team is vital to maintain brand standards and ensure a cohesive message across all platforms. A strong understanding of StatCrew and other statistical software is necessary to effectively manage game statistics and reporting. This position is not only about communication but also involves design elements, as the Assistant Director will be responsible for the layout of printed materials and the overall design of the athletics website. The role also includes assisting in the hiring and supervision of student interns and game night staff, contributing to the development of future professionals in the field.