Assistant Director Media Relations - Athletics

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Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Director Media Relations - Athletics

Position Number

400538

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Time-Limited

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Position Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Director Media Relations - Athletics

Position Number

400538

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Time-Limited

No

Department Homepage

www.ecupirates.com

Advertising Department

MEDIA RELATIONS-ATHLETICS

Division

Athletics

Classification Title

13201 Public Communication Specialist

Competency Level

1 - Contributing

Working Title

Assistant Director of Media Relations

Number of Vacancies

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

1.000

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Recruitment Range

$35,880 - $52,695

Anticipated Hiring Range

$40,000 - $46,000

Salary Grade Equivalency

NC10

Work Schedule

M-F, holidays and weekends as needed

Work Hours

8-5, extended hours as needed

Position Location (City)

Greenville

Job Category

Staff - Professional

Organizational Unit Overview

The athletics department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences and beliefs; and to provide a safe environment for student-athletes’ academic, athletic and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance, comprehensive excellence and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our University, and our mission of service.

Job Duties

Sports Information/Public Relations – 50%

• Act as the primary athletic contact for designated sports.
• Develop and compose research notes, game recaps, and feature articles to enhance media engagement.
• Provide guidance and direction to coaches, staff, on East Carolina University, American Athletic Conference and NCAA policies and public relations strategies, facilitating the dissemination of accurate information.
• Create and produce a variety of publications, including digital programs, flip cards, and record books, to support communication efforts.
• Assist with featured articles on ECUPirates.com.

Media Relations – 35%

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national media representatives across print, radio, television, and digital platforms to promote assigned sports.
• Conduct interviews and facilitate communication opportunities as needed to enhance media coverage.
• Oversee in-game, postgame and press conferences for assigned sports programs, ensuring effective information delivery to the media.
• In-game statistician for designated sports.

Social Media – 5%

• Assist in the coordination and execution of the department’s social media strategy, aligning with overall strategic plan.
• Manage social media accounts for designated teams, ensuring comprehensive coverage of pregame, in-game, and postgame activities.
• Collaborate with creative, video production and radio rights holder teams to generate engaging content for social media platforms.

Graphic Design – 5%

• Collaborate with creative services department and head coaches to conceptualize and develop graphic design projects that support departmental initiatives.

Other duties at assigned – 5%

Minimum Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Experience in a collegiate athletics media relations or sports information office is preferred, including at one of the following levels: graduate assistant, internship or full-time.

Experience and content development with “new media”, to include World Wide Web, digital audio, digital video, digital photography, and all social platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).

Knowledge of sports statistical analysis and publication design/production, and proficiency in related software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe InDesign, PhotoShop and sports statistical (StatCrew and Genius) software.

License or Certification required by the Department

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Open Date

07/31/2025

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.

08/07/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/...

Alternate option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.

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   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • CareerBuilder
   • Greenville Daily Reflector
   • Raleigh News & Observer
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Monster.com
   • Indeed
   • ECU Website
   • Other

2. * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

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