Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs and produces all sports information materials to the media
• Adheres to Salem College and Athletic Department policies for the Sports Information Department
• Oversees press row/press box management for home athletic events, including student workers and part-time employees, and serving as host for visiting media
• Assists with marketing and promotions of athletic events through school-sponsored social media and other appropriate mediums
• Manages the budget and assists with advertising for publications
• Coordinates and manages all aspects of athletic portion of the Salem College website
• Provides oversight of online streaming of contests and the score table
• Coordinates the working relationship between the coaching staff, student-athletes, and the Media
• Produces and edits brochures, posters, and programs as needed
• Coordinates communications and serves as a liaison between the Sports Information Office and the Public Relations Office of Salem College
• Manages and maintains compliance with NCAA Division III and USA South rules and regulations as it pertains to the area of Sports Information

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree - (Journalism, Communication, or Master’s Degree preferred)
• Three - five years in the field of Sports Information, with extensive experience in writing sports material
• Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA Division III and USA South Rules and Regulations
• Knowledge of media practices and procedures to include web, radio, and social media
• Knowledge of computerized statistical packages and desktop publishing equipment to include Statcrew, Adobe Design Suite, and website content management systems such as SideArm/Presto
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work evenings and, weekends

• Demonstrable time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to work inside and outside and to perform duties in various weather conditions.
• The ability to stand for varying lengths of time and traveling moderate distances to perform work at the athletic event locations.
• The ability to bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds.