KEAN UNIVERSITY
ATHLETICS MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST (PART-TIME)
Kean University is seeking a part-time Athletics Multimedia Specialist, responsible for creating, managing and delivering high-quality multimedia content that contributes to the vision of the Athletic Director, increases the visibility of our athletic programs and engages fans across relevant platforms. This part-time position will be responsible for producing video highlights, graphic design and managing social media content. This position will require working nights and weekends during athletic contests.
Interested candidates should submit their resume to Therese Doyle, Associate Director of Athletics: tdoyle@kean.edu
Position Responsibilities:
- Produce written content related to athletics, marketing materials, social media posts, website content, and printed media needs.
- Create both long- and short-form video for use in social media campaigns, on our website, in marketing vehicles, and for broad distribution to the community.
- Responsible for creating and executing digital and social media strategy for the Athletic department, including designing and executing creative content to drive fan engagement and brand awareness in accordance with Kean University’s strategy.
- Responsible for the growth and development of influential social media platforms as well as the enhancement of new social media trends (TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
- Oversee the student social media team that is responsible for creating video content for internal use and coordinating video projects in support of the athletic department's strategic goals. Produce fresh videos and coverage on a daily/weekly basis.
- Create and implement a campus marketing strategy to help increase student engagement and attendance, as well as enhance the fan experience and game day atmosphere for home contests.
- Assist the Sports Communication staff with game coverage and promotion of Athletic events, including writing game previews, identifying and creating stories, compiling statistics and organizing communications content.
Position Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of professional communications and marketing related experience required.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro, Illustrator), Canva, and social media platforms
- Digital photography/videography skills
- This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and creative thinking
- The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial and self-motivated individual who has demonstrated resourcefulness, and also acts as a collaborative team member.
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY-NEWARK
ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS GRADUATE COORDINATOR
Rutgers University-Newark Department of Intercollegiate Athletics invites applications for the 10-month position (August – May) of Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant.
Rutgers University-Newark is a NCAA Division III program with 14 intercollegiate teams, and is a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC).
Benefits include tuition and fees waiver for 24 credits per year, and an annual stipend of $8,000 if they DON’T live on campus. Tuition and fees waiver for 24 credits per year, and an annual stipend of $1,000 if they DO live on campus. Position is renewable semester by semester. Graduate Assistants will be responsible for their own health care and parking permits. Housing contracts are for 10 months. Start date is August 12, 2025. The Graduate Assistant will report to the Director of Athletics Communications.
Department overview:
The Athletic Department at Rutgers University-Newark is dedicated to helping motivated undergraduate and graduate students achieve remarkable things. There are many options for majors, skills and credentialing all under the direction and with the support of a staff dedicated to the development and success of every student. For more information visit www.rutgersnewarkathletics.com
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Event coverage (statistical compilation, live streaming, camera operation, staffing games and public address announcing)
- Writing and editing of releases, student-athlete biographies and feature stories
- Website content creation and maintenance
- Recording and editing video of home events and interviews
- Contributing to the Scarlet Raiders’ social media platforms
- Graphic design
- Archiving of information
- Assisting in the management of student assistants
- Adhering to all NCAA, New Jersey Athletic Conference and Rutgers-Newark rules and regulations
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree; studies in communications, journalism, public relations or a related field is highly preferred
- Strong writing, editing and communication skills, particularly in a public relations setting, is highly preferred
- Prior experience with statistical software programs (Statcrew, NCAA Live Stats), InDesign, Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro, as well as prior experience in a college sports information setting, is highly preferred
- Proven success in a deadline-oriented environment
- Must be available to work evening and weekend hours as well as holidays
- Candidate must be accepted to one of 21 graduate programs offered at the University
How to apply:
Candidates should send a letter of application, resume, three writing samples and three references to: Jalon Avent, Director of Athletic Communications, at jalon.avent@rutgers.edu
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY-CAMDEN
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS AND RECREATION
Overview:
Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.
Posting Summary:
Rutgers University-Camden is seeking an Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation. The Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation will serve on the athletic leadership team advising the Director of Athletics on departmental matters and strategic and development planning. This position will have formal supervisory responsibilities for multiple employees, identified athletic programs, and additional areas that foster athletic success and academic excellence within the department. The Associate Director will be responsible for all NCAA Compliance and will provide a variety of training for student-athletes and staff. Additionally, this candidate will assist in achieving annual departmental fundraising goals, commit to supporting the holistic student-athlete with special consideration to mental health and overall wellness of student-athletes, and demonstrate a collaborative management style to work across campus with all constituencies.
The Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation will provide extended oversight of the NCAA Division III Intercollegiate Athletic Program at Rutgers University-Camden, in addition will assist with the development and implementation of NCAA Division III programing, compliant with regulations of the NCAA. The Associate Director will supervise & assess designated sport programs and manage day-to-day operations in accordance with the Director of Athletics and Recreation. Incumbent will be responsible for coordinating and conducting training for the coaching staff in areas of NCAA compliance, university, conference and department rules, policies and procedures, along with additional professional development training, ensuring that all department members have full knowledge of and abide by the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, and the NJAC Conference. They will promote a competitive athletic atmosphere consistent with the NCAA DIII philosophy.
The key duties and responsibilities of the Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation include serving as the department NCAA Compliance Officer, supervision and training coaching staff, oversight of the athletic training services and vendor partnership, coordination of travel and scheduling for all departmental team travel and managing all student-athlete success initiatives.
The Associate Director of Athletics and Recreation will demonstrate emotional intelligence and adaptability to adverse situations; a strong commitment and the ability to enhance student-athlete experiences through positive motivation and applicable support. This role will serve in areas of importance for the Department as directed by the Director of Athletics and will represent the university to various constituents in a professional manner.
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 07
Salary Details: Min: $94,492.00 | Mid: $119,604.00 | Max: $144,715.00
Offer Information:
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits:
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit:
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status: Full Time
Working Hours (per week): 37.5
Work Arrangement:
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at
https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
Union Description: Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Minimum Education and Experience:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field plus three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of NCAA Compliance.
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in athletics administration at the college level is preferred and college coaching experience is also preferred. Must be familiar with NCAA regulations and have demonstrated commitment to the student-athlete experience.
Equipment Utilized: Familiar with Sales Force and Front Rush software
Physical Demands and Work Environment: Available nights and weekends and the ability to perform moderate physical tasks.