Assistant Director of Athletic Communications/Video Coordinator

Position Details

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title
Assistant Director of Athletic Communications/Video Coordinator

Requisition Number
S02417P

Position Category
Staff

Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week
40

Months per year
12

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade
E31

Salary

FLSA
Exempt

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Director of Athletic Communications assists the Director of Athletic Communications in publicizing and promoting the efforts of Weber State University's 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletic programs. The position assists with the informational flow of materials for the entire Department of Athletics, including WSU's online presence, social media, the production of weekly and daily press releases and recaps, media guides, game programs and other methods of communication with the public and the local and national media. The position is also involved in video aspects of the department including shooting, editing and producing video features interviews and highlights. The position also distributes information about accomplishments and results on games and contests both online and through the media. The position works with a variety of sports and will serve as the primary Communications/Media contact for selected sports, while also assisting with other sports as determined by needs. This position shall have a strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues. This position is very time consuming with considerable travel involved. This position presents constant pressure in meeting publication and statistical data deadlines both internally and externally. This position will help supervise and coordinate a team of interns.

Required Qualifications

Required:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Sports Administration or related field.
Minimum two years of experience in athletic communications or sports media relations writing
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

Masters degree in a related field
NCAA Division I media relations working experience
Strong oral, interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to package and communicate information to meet the needs of the media
Ability to work in a team environment with other staff members, coaches, student-athletes, members of the media and the general public
Ability to accept a flexible work schedule that includes nights and weekends
Proficiency in desktop publishing software, including InDesign and Photoshop.
Proficiency in NCAA-related statistical systems and website content management systems.

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check?
Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date
07/21/2026

Review Date
08/04/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.

Screening of applications will begin August 4, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/28849