Graduate Assistant, Athletic Administration – Sports Information

Job Description

Graduate Assistant, Athletic Administration – Sports Information | University of North Georgia

The Tone:
This is a part-time, temporary role at the University of North Georgia, located in Dahlonega, GA. As one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia, UNG boasts an enrollment of over 20,000 students across its multi-campus system. The university is deeply committed to a mission of educational excellence, leadership development, and fostering community engagement, preparing students to be leaders in a diverse and global society. Through its diverse educational pathways, including its federally designated senior military college status, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. This Graduate Assistant position plays a key role in the Athletic Department, supporting essential athletic communications and broadcasts for all intercollegiate sports. This valuable opportunity comes with a tuition waiver, directly supporting the assistant’s academic pursuits.

The TL;DR
• Role: Part Time
• Type: Temporary
• Location: Dahlonega, GA

• Team: Reports to the Director of Communications, Athletics
• Mission: To support athletic communications and broadcasts across all 13 intercollegiate sports, ensuring accurate information and effective media relations.
• Tech Stack: Adobe Creative Suite, video streaming software, statistic software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Live Statistics: Assist with all aspects of live statistics for all 13 intercollegiate sports.
• Media Relations: Support media relations efforts, including scheduling, interviewing, and post-production for athletic events.
• Archival Management: Assist in the maintenance of historical archives, including rosters, statistics, and records, for all 13 intercollegiate sports.
• Content Creation: Write and edit various communications materials, such as student-athlete bios, press releases, and feature stories, for the department’s website.
• Student Staff Leadership: Assist in the scheduling, training, and leading of the student work staff on game days.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must currently hold or will obtain by the start date a Bachelor’s Degree. Enrollment in a minimum of six graduate credit hours is required by the start date.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are mentioned as required. Previous experience working with video streaming, statistic software, new media, and written media is preferred.
• Skills: Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification is also a requirement for this role.
• Bonus: Former NCAA athlete or experience in college athletics is preferred. A working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is recommended for success in this position.