Lafayette College
Lafayette College is hiring: Publicity Assistant (Part-Time, hourly) in Easton
Lafayette College, Easton, PA, US, 18043
Description
Athletic Communications Department:
Operating proactively and collaboratively as part of Lafayette College's Communications Division, the Athletic Communications Department serves to publicize and promote Lafayette through the College's 23 NCAA Division I sports. Utilizing strategic public relations, marketing and communications efforts, Lafayette's outstanding student-athletes are showcased for their incredible balance of athletic endeavors and academic pursuits.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for several sports to be determined by strengths of applicant pool and department needs. Assistant will handle publicity for assigned sports, including but not limited writing and posting game previews and recaps on GoLeopards.com, maintaining social media accounts and possibly have game-staffing duties.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Strong writing and computer skills are required. A background or experience in public relations, sports information, or communications is preferable along with a passion for and knowledge of college athletics. The applicant must have the ability to work one full sports season. Experience with statistical software (The Automated Scorebook, Genius, etc.) preferred.
Stipend:
Hourly wage comparable to experience and skills. Hours will vary by week and sports season.
Application Instructions
Please submit cover letter, resume, contact information for two references, and writing samples.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lafayette College does not discriminate, or permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, religion, age, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in any educational programs and activities it operates, including admissions or employment, as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of sex); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (which require that the College not discriminate on the basis of disability); Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin); Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin); the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of age); and other applicable laws and College policies. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Director of Educational Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Copies of relevant policies and procedures can be found at https://sash.lafayette.edu/policies-laws/.
Athletic Communications Department:
Operating proactively and collaboratively as part of Lafayette College's Communications Division, the Athletic Communications Department serves to publicize and promote Lafayette through the College's 23 NCAA Division I sports. Utilizing strategic public relations, marketing and communications efforts, Lafayette's outstanding student-athletes are showcased for their incredible balance of athletic endeavors and academic pursuits.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for several sports to be determined by strengths of applicant pool and department needs. Assistant will handle publicity for assigned sports, including but not limited writing and posting game previews and recaps on GoLeopards.com, maintaining social media accounts and possibly have game-staffing duties.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Strong writing and computer skills are required. A background or experience in public relations, sports information, or communications is preferable along with a passion for and knowledge of college athletics. The applicant must have the ability to work one full sports season. Experience with statistical software (The Automated Scorebook, Genius, etc.) preferred.
Stipend:
Hourly wage comparable to experience and skills. Hours will vary by week and sports season.
Application Instructions
Please submit cover letter, resume, contact information for two references, and writing samples.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lafayette College does not discriminate, or permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, religion, age, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in any educational programs and activities it operates, including admissions or employment, as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of sex); the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (which require that the College not discriminate on the basis of disability); Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin); Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (which requires that the College not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin); the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (which requires that the College not discriminate on the basis of age); and other applicable laws and College policies. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Director of Educational Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Copies of relevant policies and procedures can be found at https://sash.lafayette.edu/policies-laws/.