University of North Carolina Wilmington
Assistant Director of Athletic Communications
University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Overview
Posting Details
Location: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position As the public relations arm of the Athletics department, the Assistant Director of Athletic Communications is responsible for media relations, game day media operations, digital photography, video streaming, virtual guides, design and content for UNCWsports.com, social media platform interaction, interview requests, video features, records and historical archives. Assist in video streaming of designated sports and radio and television personnel with needs during live coverage of events.
This position serves as primary contact for designated sports (Women\'s Soccer, Women\'s Basketball, and cross country and track and field programs) by overseeing game day media operations, keeping statistics electronically, posting game stories on UNCWsports.com, conveying results to media, and maintaining updated statistics and records. This position assists all departmental offices with their operations and supports several special events throughout the year, including The Landfall Tradition, UNCW Athletic Hall of Fame, Seahawk Golf Invitational, Harry\'s Game and in-season tournaments for all sports.
This position assists the Associate AD of Athletic Communications with all facets of the operation.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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.
Preferred Education, Professional Skills and Experience
3+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Excellent written and verbal skills, with an extensive knowledge of sports rules and regulations.
Thorough knowledge of Adobe Suite
Ability to shoot and edit video and still photography
Required Certifications or Licensure FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year 12 Months
Work Days Monday - Friday (weekends)
Work Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (nights and weekends)
Type of Position Permanent
Position Number 1861
Job Posting Date 01/06/2026
Posting Close Date 01/27/2026
Number of Openings Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please ensure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History section before you apply. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex (including gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents — except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38239
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Location: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position As the public relations arm of the Athletics department, the Assistant Director of Athletic Communications is responsible for media relations, game day media operations, digital photography, video streaming, virtual guides, design and content for UNCWsports.com, social media platform interaction, interview requests, video features, records and historical archives. Assist in video streaming of designated sports and radio and television personnel with needs during live coverage of events.
This position serves as primary contact for designated sports (Women\'s Soccer, Women\'s Basketball, and cross country and track and field programs) by overseeing game day media operations, keeping statistics electronically, posting game stories on UNCWsports.com, conveying results to media, and maintaining updated statistics and records. This position assists all departmental offices with their operations and supports several special events throughout the year, including The Landfall Tradition, UNCW Athletic Hall of Fame, Seahawk Golf Invitational, Harry\'s Game and in-season tournaments for all sports.
This position assists the Associate AD of Athletic Communications with all facets of the operation.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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.
Preferred Education, Professional Skills and Experience
3+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Excellent written and verbal skills, with an extensive knowledge of sports rules and regulations.
Thorough knowledge of Adobe Suite
Ability to shoot and edit video and still photography
Required Certifications or Licensure FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year 12 Months
Work Days Monday - Friday (weekends)
Work Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (nights and weekends)
Type of Position Permanent
Position Number 1861
Job Posting Date 01/06/2026
Posting Close Date 01/27/2026
Number of Openings Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please ensure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History section before you apply. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex (including gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents — except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38239
#J-18808-Ljbffr