Assistant Media Relations Director
12/3/2014 5:50:00 PM | Terrapin Athletics
The Assistant Media Relations Director will be responsible for serving as the key media relations contact for two or more of the department's 20 varsity sports; will coordinate the pre-season and post-season 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 Big Ten reporting; maintain and update athletic department web site; respond to and manage media requests, interviews, news conferences and photo sessions; provide event coverage and game-day management functions and work closely with the University's marketing office to effectively promote both programs nationally.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in journalism, athletics administration, public relations or similar fields. Must have 3-5 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. Familiarity with Stat Crew Systems software required. Travel and weekend hours will be required.
To Apply: Submit applications electronically at https://ejobs.umd.edu. Search for Position Number: 111566. For best consideration applications should include (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) names and addresses of at least three references.
For best consideration please apply by December 9, 2014.
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
