Associate Director for Media Relations

The mission of the Athletic Department at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is to operate within the perspective of the overall educational programs. With a balanced program that supports equitable opportunities for all students and staff, the department promotes a total person concept that provides its student-athletes with the necessary tools to successful in academic, athletic and social settings. The Department of Athletic supports the highest ethical standards of the University, the NCAA and Conference USA.

Full-time position is the primary contact for Men’s Basketball, and other assigned Olympic sports.

The position assists the Associate Athletics Director for Media Relations in promoting the 49ers’ intercollegiate sports programs. Responsible for a strategic communications plan to promote and publicize assigned sports with emphasis on social media and visual storytelling. Responsible for building relationships with head coaches, student-athletes and staff; serving as adviser regarding communications strategy and content creation.

Coordinate media opportunities, press conferences and interviews and actively promote content through internal outlets. Design, write and produce record books, press releases, game programs and other publications. Act as liaison with Conference USA and NCAA offices. Maintain website content and engage social media platforms. Nominate student-athletes for national, regional and conference athletic and academic honors. Coordinate media operations for home events and assist with special events when necessary. Acts in compliance with institutional, conference and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations and reports known NCAA violations.

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Sport Management or related field; communications experience with college or professional sports; knowledge and experience with social media platforms and content creation

Masters

05/08/2023

Yes

06/19/2023