Sports Information Director Position Available In Rapides, Louisiana

Sports Information Director Louisiana Christian University 1140 College Drive, Pineville, LA 71360 Sports Information Director (SID)

Purpose:

Louisiana Christian University seeks a Sports Information Director.

The Sports Information Director (SID) is a professional position reporting to the Athletic Director. The position requires the SID to work closely with the Director of Marketing, the Athletic Director, and coaching staffs in the preparation of medial materials and statistical reports. The position requires an individual with an understanding and appreciation for all sports at Louisiana Christian University. The Director of Sports Information is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Louisiana Christian University, the Red River Athletic Conference, and the NAIA.

Essential functions:

The Sports Information Director is responsible for accomplishing the following duties within the context of authorized University policies and procedures: Serve as the athletic liaison to local and regional print and broadcast media. Manage coverage of sporting events involving LCU teams, or assign coverage of this function to another member of the LCU Athletic or Marketing Department. Ensure that workers are hired and assigned to cover various game management functions for LC sporting events: public address announcer, music, scoreboard etc. Assist in set-up & break down of facilities for game day. Develop game day advances and game day rosters. Sell advertising for the football media guide. Serve as the official statistician for all athletic teams. Train and oversee students or other paid workers to assist with gathering of game day statistics. Set-up game broadcast streams, work with convergence media department when applicable. Assist with game promotions when needed. Report statistics to the NAIA, conference officials, and/or other sports authorities. Oversee maintenance of all portions of the LCU Wildcats website. Publish newsletter three times a year for the Wildcat Athletic Association (WAA). Organize promotions for all LCU sports. Work with the Marketing Department on all media contacts, including press conferences and press releases. Work with the Marketing Department to develop and print athletic programs, print materials, and media guides. Assist with marketing for the athletics department. Coordinate the development and implementation of a proactive media outreach program to print, radio, TV, and online media outlets. Cut game highlights & make photo galleries for internal department use. Perform other duties consistent with the SID position as assigned by the Athletic Director. Some overnight travel to athletic events is required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

works cooperatively with the Director of Marketing. The SID submits all material to be printed to the Director of Marketing for approval in that office. The Director of University Communications is responsible for securing bids and print contracts. works cooperatively with the Director of University Communications to sell advertising for the Football Media Guide. The Office of University Communications handles the layout and production of the media guide and other print media. gathering and reporting statistical data to various bodies and for regulatory compliance with those bodies. must be able to work cooperatively with the coaches of all sports at Louisiana University.

Special Requirements:

Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Louisiana Christian University. Commitment includes general support for Christian liberal arts education. A willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work. Active member in a local evangelical church Louisiana Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application process:

Interested applicants can email Letter of Application, Resume, and Reference List to: Erin Guin, Executive Director of Human Resources – hr@lcuniversity.eduLCU staff application may be found here.

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//lcuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/LCU-Staff-Application.pdf.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person