Athletics Strategic Communications Coordinator Samford University - 4.3 Homewood, AL Job Details Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications AP style Microsoft Excel Graphic design Driver's License Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Productivity software Grammar Experience Adobe After Effects Journalistic writing Media editing tools Full Job Description Welcome to Samford University's application process powered by NeoEd! Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to job qualification information. Demographic information is maintained only for statistical reporting and is not associated with individual applications . It is important that you review any prepopulated information as applications must show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Incomplete applications may not be accepted. Description The Athletics Strategic Communications Coordinator will serve as the primary communications contact for assigned Varsity sport programs including media relations, social/digital media, sports information, and public relations. Job Duties Publicize, promote, and effectively tell the story of assigned sports through the website and social media channels Assist in executing a plan for social media coverage of assigned sports. Be innovative in storytelling on social media for assigned accounts and teams Manage website pages for assigned sports. Write and edit various communication materials, press releases, game notes, game stories, coach/player bios, etc. Work within the external communications team to develop and execute sport-by-sport social media campaigns, follow branding and consistency guidelines, etc. Work closely with the external content team to coordinate graphic, photo and video needs Assist in the planning and execution of photo/video media days for assigned sports. Assist in content creation for assigned sports Nominate and promote student-athletes and coaches for awards. Work with media outlets to promote Samford Athletics and Bulldog student athletes Travel with teams as needed Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Experience in a Division I athletics department. Knowledge of journalistic principles, practices, and techniques of disseminating information to the public through the media and other communication platforms. Proficient in grammar, composition, and AP style. Strong written and oral communication skills. Organizational, management, and leadership skills. Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, and student-athletes. Advanced computer skills, particularly in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Advanced knowledge and understanding of various social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines. The position requires some travel and working evenings, weekends, and select holidays in addition to daily office hours. Ability to lift at least 15 pounds. Possess a current, valid driver's license. Other related duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or other department leadership. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in athletics communications and social/digital media in an NCAA athletics department and/or professional sports organization. Employer Samford University Address 800 Lakeshore Drive Birmingham, Alabama, 35229 Phone 2057262011 Website http://www.samford.edu