Social Media/Communications Coordinator-Media Relations

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Job Description

_ The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives _.

JOB TITLE:

Social Media/Communications Coordinator

Job Description

_ The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives _.

JOB TITLE:

Social Media/Communications Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

The University of Wyoming Athletics Department is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Social Media/Communication Coordinator. The Social Media/Communication Coordinator will be responsible for publicizing assigned sports within the University of Wyoming Athletics Department via Social media and traditional communication duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties the Social Media/Communications Coordinator will be responsible for will include creating content to tell the stories of student-athletes and coaches of the specific sports teams the coordinator is assigned to work with.That content will include: managing content creation and the day management of assigned social media accounts, collaboration with creative video and graphic design departments to provide social media content, website content, printed materials and The Social Media/Communications Coordinator will be responsible for arranging all interviews with media outlets, UW student-athletes and coaches for assigned sports. Game-day management duties for assigned sports will also be the responsibility of the Social Media/Communications Coordinator. The Social Media/Communications Coordinator may be asked to assist other media relations office staff members and other UW Athletics Staff members in helping complete the overall mission of promoting UW Athletics and in successfully hosting UW Athletics events.

The Social Media/Communication Coordinator will work together with the Associate Athletics Director for Communications, Assistant Athletic Director for Communications, Assistant Director of Athletic Communications Operations, Manager of Digital Strategy and other Communications Coordinators in publicizing the overall athletics department. Salary is commensurate with experience. Flexibility and willingness to work weekend and evening events is expected of all candidates. An attractive benefits package including health insurance and retirement benefits accompanies this position. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:A bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or a related field is required
• Experience: A minimum of two years of experience working in a college athletics media relations/sports information office as a student assistant, graduate assistant or full-time employee is required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work experience in an NCAA Division I or Division II media relations/sports information office
• Master’s Degree
• Experience creating and posting social media content
• Knowledge of photography, camera equipment and editing software to provide real time coverage of live events
• Creating and updating website content
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and ongoing deadlines
• Experience with statistical software packages for a variety of sports
• Experience in writing, editing, and designing press releases and media guides
• Managing press operations at home athletic events and Experience arranging interviews between media, coaches and student-athletes

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 05/26/2024 will receive full consideration.

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/