The Athletics Digital Media Director is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive digital media production strategy, including website, social media, video, and mobile content creation, communication and promotion for Pacific University’s Athletic Department. In partnership with the Director of Sports Information, the Athletics Digital Media Director manages the day to day operations of the Athletics Communication office to meet the needs of sport programs and student-athletes, including the oversight of student workers and interns.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Web site – Maintain and update Pacific’s Athletic Web site. Update sites with schedules, scores, game recaps and statistics after every home event. Develop relationship with the Marketing and Communications office and work to adhere to University policy and style guidelines.

• Livestream Production – Develop, manage and deliver livestream production including graphics, advertising, play by play, and replay where appropriate. Identify enhancement opportunities, within budget scope, to upgrade livestream capabilities while utilizing student talent pool available through the Sports Communication and Sport Leadership and Management programs on campus.
• Football TV Production – Help develop partnership with KOIN 6 TV in delivering television quality production for home football games. Serve as on-site producer working with technical director, camera crew and on-air talent for five home games per year.
• Social Media – Manage, produce and deliver content through athletic department media channels in adherence with branding and equity expectations amongst sports.
• Promotions – Coordinate promotion of athletic events both on campus and in community; mainly through the use of social media. Post scores and upcoming event notices on our social media sites. Develop and execute in-game promotions and contests. Act as the staff advisor to the student lead Red Den club.
• Recruiting – Responsible for the compilation and publishing of Athletic Department fact sheets. Work with University Relations on design of sheets. Work with Enrollment Management and Assistant Director of Athletics on content.
• Publications – Aid individual teams in producing publications, such as camp brochures and newsletters. Help to coordinate and publish seasonal sports schedules and postcards for booster club events.

  SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or Associate Director of Athletics, including but not limited to, game management duties in partnership with the Sports Information Director.

  SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY: The Athletics Digital Media Director will report directly to the Director of Athletics. The Athletics Digital Media Director will be responsible for direct supervision of all work-study students.

  EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  A Bachelor's Degree is required. Two years in Sports Information or a related field (Journalism, Communications or Broadcasting) is required. The successful candidate should possess a broad knowledge of athletics, sports statistics and NCAA rules and procedures. Skills in photography, social media and broadcasting are a plus.

  Knowledge of Macintosh and PC platforms is required. Microsoft Word and InDesign is essential in addition to knowledge of StatCrew and website maintenance. Graphic design is a plus. Salary will commensurate with experience.

  REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:

  • Communicates with students, faculty, staff and the public appropriate to the age of the individual served.
  • Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking skills in problem solving and decision-making.
  • Asks questions and seeks assistance.
  • Takes responsibility to eliminate the source of problems.
  • Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty and staff.
  • Maintains proper appearance and personal conduct for the employee’s particular job.
  • Uses effective communication skills taking into consideration body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with customers of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
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  About Pacific University Athletics

  Pacific University is a forward-thinking, private institution known for providing comprehensive liberal arts and professional education. Pacific University in Forest Grove, Ore., is one of the West's oldest chartered higher education institutions. Pacific annually ranks as one of America's Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report and is ranked as one of the best tuition values in the West. With an enrollment of more than 2,000 students, Pacific University provides an excellent academic experience linking theory to practice in education. At Pacific, you can choose from 52 undergraduate majors in the College of Arts and Sciences. We also offer doctorates in optometry, professional psychology, pharmacy and physical therapy, and master's degrees in occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, and education. Our programs provide a wide variety of options for internships, study abroad, research, community involvement, and co-curricular activities. Pacific’s main campus is located in Forest Grove, Oregon, a distinctive location that offers the best of many worlds, combining the vibrant metropolitan life of nearby Portland with the rich and productive farmlands of the Tuala...tin Valley. We also have a satellite College of Education campus in Eugene, Oregon, and facilities in Portland that support the academic and clinical programs of the College of Optometry and the School of Professional Psychology. Our newest addition is the 105,000 square-foot Health Professions Campus located in Hillsboro next to Tuality Hospital. Our students enjoy small classes, allowing high-quality interaction with our engaged and engaging faculty, who continually receive high marks from students for excellence in teaching. Pacific’s faculty, whose work has been recognized nationally, augment their curricula with interactive learning strategies, service projects, and internships. At Pacific, you are encouraged to step out into the community and learn from other’s experiences while applying what you hear, see and do in the classroom. As well, we offer many extra-curricular activities, including student leadership, student media, recreational and club sports, performing arts and music to enhance your classroom experience. I strongly encourage you to take advantage of the many formal and informal opportunities for learning that take place outside the classroom. And don’t forget to take in a Boxer’s match, game or meet! Since 1990, Pacific's nationally ranked teams have won 11 conference championships, captured six district or regional titles and have competed in national competitions 30 times.

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