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Skills
Athleticsunmatched
Basketballunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Conferencesunmatched
Content Developmentunmatched
Content Management Systems (CMS)unmatched
Event Managementunmatched
Interviewing Skillsunmatched
Journalismunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Press Interviewsunmatched
Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relationsunmatched
Social Mediaunmatched
Sportsunmatched
Sports Managementunmatched
Sports Reportingunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Web Site Monitoringunmatched
Website Managementunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Pay Range: Commensurate with education and experience
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends)
Travel: Required
Position Introduction:
Serve as the primary communications contact for OU's men's basketball program and other sport as assigned. Serve in a supervisory role with part-time employees and student assistants. Create unique written content, features and releases, design media guides, compile statistics, oversee/execute website and social media content, arrange media interviews, conduct interviews, travel to away events, etc. Assist in all aspects of office activity and in coverage of other sports and events as required.
2 years of experience in sports information, media relations, athletic communications, or related field
Department Preferences:
Master's degree in journalism, communications or related field
Experience as a lead basketball communications contact
Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate media events, interviews, and press conferences effectively
Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
Competency in using digital tools for website management, social media, and content updates
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Capacity to build and maintain positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including media, athletic staff, students, and vendors.
Strong understanding of sports media relations and public relations principles
Familiarity with statistical tracking and sports statistics management.
Knowledge of social media platforms and content management systems
Knowledge of NCAA compliance and college athletics operations