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Description

The Sports Media Specialist is responsible for managing sports media relations, creating social media content, and highlighting the achievements of NWCC's student-athletes and athletic programs. This position operates within the office of marketing and strategic communications. This is a 12-month staff position reporting to the Associate VP for Community Relations.

Description

The Sports Media Specialist is responsible for managing sports media relations, creating social media content, and highlighting the achievements of NWCC's student-athletes and athletic programs. This position operates within the office of marketing and strategic communications. This is a 12-month staff position reporting to the Associate VP for Community Relations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Sports Communications, or related field

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

At least 1 year of experience in sports communications or media relations

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of experience in collegiate athletics media relations

Experience managing student interns

Knowledge of NJCAA rules and award nominations

Experience with gameday production technology

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Media & Public Relations

Serve as a media contact for NWCC Athletics

Handle media requests and interviews for coaches and athletes

Write press releases, game recaps, player features, and media advisories

Build relationships with local and national media outlets

Game Day Operations

Supervise game day staff for stats, video board, and streaming

Operate or oversee in-venue displays and live broadcasts

Manage game notes, rosters, and press box operations

Statistics & Recordkeeping

Maintain accurate sports statistics and records

Submit stats to MACCC, NJCAA, and other systems

Assist with Player of the Week nominations and award tracking

Social Media & Digital Strategy

Manage NWCC Athletics social media accounts

Create and execute social media campaigns and athlete spotlights

Design social media graphics and collaborate with coaches for team accounts

Web & Visual Content

Maintain and update the NWCC athletics website

Produce promotional videos, highlight reels, and behind-the-scenes content

Coordinate photography and video shoots for rosters and social media

Strategic Communications & Crisis Management

Support overall storytelling strategy with the AVP of Community Relations

Assist with college-wide branding related to athletics

Help with crisis-related messaging for athletics

Professional Development & Events

Attend and contribute to media days, conferences, and conventions

Help organize special events like signing days and Hall of Fame ceremonies

Other duties assigned

This position may supervise work-study and intern staff

Plays a key role in promoting NWCC's athletic identify

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Proficient in NCAA Live Stats, StatCrew, Presto, Sidearm

Strong command of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, desktop publishing, sports statistical software, and digital media tools.

Ability to build relationships with media professionals and maintain a strong public presence for NWCC Athletics.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Commitment to student-athlete well-being and institutional compliance.

Must be self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Proficiency with social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Knowledge of NJCAA rules and award nominations

Experience with gameday production technology

Physical Demands And Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following :

Ability to travel for road events

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends

Communicate with others in person, via phone, and written communication

Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Must have ability to walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and squat.

APPLICATION

To Apply, Please Submit And Attach The Following

Application at www.northwestms.edu

Resume

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Three (3) Professional References : Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number

Seniority level Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries Higher Education

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