Communications and Content Creation Manager

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Athletics exists to provide educational and athletic opportunities to young men and women, to provide an environment for student-athletes to learn, advance and excel both academically and athletically, and to serve the interests of the University by complimenting and enhancing its diversity and quality of life. Through its athletic programs, the University seeks to unite alumni, faculty, administration and students in a common shared experience. The governing unit within the Department of Athletics is the Director’s Office, which is the administrative office and clearinghouse for the entire Department of Athletics, and promotes the department’s guiding principle of educating and inspiring through athletics. This unit provides support to administrators, coaches, staff members and student-athletes in order to provide and promote a premier intercollegiate athletic program for The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The Department of Athletics is a highly visible public relations arm of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with statewide, national and international recognition.

Position Summary

The Communications and Content Creation Manager is an 11-month position/internship in the Athletic Communications unit that will be responsible for the promotion of up to two assigned Olympic sports programs. Duties will include working with media to pitch story ideas, set up interviews and field requests; brainstorming creating and distributing content for social media; working directly with assigned head coaches and teams for ideas and to create content; drafting news releases, web stories and game notes; and leading brand management meetings with other units for planning purposes. This position will report to the Assistant AD for Creative Strategy and Communications and is eligible for overtime pay. 

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate 
Strong creativity
Content creation skills
Ability to collaborate with others
Experience with social media and traditional media relations

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.