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Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and guidelines


• Knowledge of communications best practices


• Knowledge of sports events production and directing


• Excellent leadership and management skills


• Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite and automated scorebook statistical software


• Competent photographic skills (preferred)


• Ability to manage and promote tournaments


• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and implements a strategic communications plan which promotes the Alcorn Athletics’ brand


• Enhances and maintains public relations initiatives that engage students, alumni, fans and sponsors


• Oversees the Brave Sports Network through coordinator of game day production, video board content management and leveraging the streaming platform


• Produces and manages content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sites


• Maintains statistical data and historical records for all sports


• Hires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student workers, public address announcers, etc., for selected sports


• Produces game day programs and maintains the Athletic website


• Establishes and fosters relationships with local sports reporters


• Provides media passes and media seating for athletic events, upon request


• Compiles statistics and FAQs for all in – season sports events


• Supervises staff to provide game management for all sports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, sports management, or related field.


• Three (3) years experience in a sports information environment


• Prior experience dealing with the media on the local, regional and national level; General journalism experience preferred