Director of Communications

Full Time
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Position Summary

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
Full Time

Primary Responsibilities


  • Assist the Associate Athletic Director for Strategic Communications in the publicity and promotion efforts for 15 intercollegiate sports
  • Sport oversight for assigned sports, while also directly supervising coverage efforts and providing additional assistance for all other programs
  • Provide game-day assistance with other sports including football, men’s basketball, baseball and softball
  • Write press releases, produce information guides, game note packets and other press materials
  • Compile statistics
  • Coordinate interviews with media, student-athletes and coaches
  • Produce and provide content for the athletics website, www.SEMORedhawks.com, and all social media channels for the department of Intercollegiate Athletics

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising, sports administration, communications or related field
  • Experience in athletic media relations
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Stat Crew/Beavercreek and Microsoft Office software
  • Demonstrated proficiency with web design software (e.g. SIDEARM Sports)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, You Tube, Instagram, Snapchat) to promote events and news accordingly
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel when necessary
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work successfully with students, University professionals, faculty, coaches, community and media
  • Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by May 19, 2023. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:

  • Letter of interest addressing position required qualifications
  • Current resume
  • Name and contact information of three professional references


Southeast Missouri State University provides an excellent benefits package. For complete benefit details visit our website at https://semo.edu/hr.

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