Job Description

Under general direction, assists with statistics, publications, press releases, website, media and public relations, and ESPN+ streaming for specified sports; maintains compliance with NCAA, Atlantic 10, and University rules and regulations; and performs other duties as assigned.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include any and/or all of the following:

            1.    Provides direct sports information support to several athletics programs; writes and edits press releases; pitches news stories to local and national media.

            2.    Updates records and statistics for assigned sports, as required by conference and NCAA deadlines; meets internal and external deadlines for publications, as well as student-athlete and coach special recognition opportunities.      

            3.    Creates and manages web content including but not limited to online publications, video content, and social media; maintains professional relationships with the media, both at events and through regular correspondence.

            4.    Works in an office responsible for the streaming of live events on ESPN+ and supports the stream operation accordingly.

            5.    Perform other duties as assigned.

         

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner

• Demonstrated appreciation for diversity

• Excellent communication skills required for working with diverse groups

• Ability to write and edit publications

• Strong written communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills with accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion handling sensitive matters involving student-athletes

• Working knowledge of photography and videography essentials is preferred

• Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends

• Knowledge of statistical programs including NCAA LiveStats and StatCrew

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign and Photoshop)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and experience equivalent to:

           
Bachelors degree in journalism, communications, or related field; supplemented with three (3) years of related experience preferably with a collegiate or professional organization.

About Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.

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