Media Relations
12/5/2006 7:00:00 AM | Terrapin Athletics
Dec. 5, 2006
POSITION VACANCY
POSITION TITLE: Media Relations Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Intercollegiate Athletics
CATEGORY: Full-time, Contingent I
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Media Relations Assistant will be responsible for providing staff support for media relations and publicity activities, serving as the key media relations contact for volleyball and softball, with the possibility of other assigned sports. This team player will coordinate the publications for assigned sports, including writing, compiling and editing media guides, with a specific focus on accuracy and timeliness; prepare game notes and press releases to ensure effective coverage and proper NCAA and ACC reporting; maintain and update athletic department web site; respond to and manage media requests for information, interviews, news conferences and photo sessions; provide event and game-day management functions. Position will also handle other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director - Media Relations.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in journalism, athletics administration, public relations or similar fields. Must have 1-3 years of athletics media relations experience at the collegiate or professional level. Must have demonstrated outstanding proficiency in desktop publishing software, Adobe PhotoShop, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer on either Macintosh or Windows platforms or both. Thorough knowledge with Stat Crew Systems software in volleyball and softball is preferred. Outstanding written and oral communications ability, editing ability and knowledge of AP style is required. Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks and perform in a positive manner in a deadline-oriented and high-pressure environment. Travel and weekend hours will be required.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience. Some overtime will be available. Benefits will not be offered for this contract position.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Immediately.
APPLICATION: For best consideration, email or fax a cover letter, current resume, publications and writing samples (required), and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references no later than Dec. 15 to:
Doug Dull
Associate A.D.-Media Relations
2731
Fax: 301-314-9094
Email: ddull@umd.edu
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