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Position Summary
Basic Function:
Guilford College, a member ofNCAADivisionIIIand the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) located in Greensboro, N.C., is seeking two (2) individuals for the positions of Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications. Enrollment in one of Guilford College’s graduate programs is a requirement of this position.
The Graduate Assistants will assist the Athletic Communications Department in the management of rosters, schedules, statistics, and storylines for all twenty-two Guilford Athletics programs, and will assist in the creation of media content.
The Athletic Communications GAs will be an integral member of the Guilford Athletics Department regarding the planning, and implementation, of athletics content to engage supporters and promote teams and athletes. Additionally, this position will assist the department of compliance, and perform relevant duties regarding game operations and general athletics office support.
Graduate assistants will receive:
A stipend of $3,000
- On-Campus Housing
- Meal Plan
- Graduate Program Tuition waiver
Duties & Position Responsibilities:
Assist in the management of rosters, schedules, and statistics for all 22 Athletics programs through theNCAAand guilfordquakers.com- Write previews, recaps, and personal interest stories for guilfordquakers.com
- Assist in the creation and management of all Guilford Athletics media, including photography, graphics, and video
- Assist in the production of live broadcasts for all home competitions
- Use social media platforms to enhance the reach of content, and engagement
- Report to the Director of Athletics, assist in the planning and execution of Athletics events
- Assist Compliance and Athletics Office upon request and other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Sports Management, Communications, Business Administration)
- Must be accepted to one of Guilford College’s graduate programs
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous sports information or journalism experience is preferred. StatCrew software and Adobe Creative Suite experience is also preferred.
Physical Requirements:
At least one year of working experience in the college or professional sports communications fields
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong journalistic writing ability and knowledge of AP style
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop & InDesign
- Experience withNCAALiveStats (Genius Sports), Stat Crew and PrestoStats software
- Diligent and organized working habits
Work Schedule:
GA’s are expected to work 20 hours per week, for a 10 month period
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