Athletics & Recreation Communications Coordinator - New Westminster, Canada - Douglas College

Douglas College

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New Westminster, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Work Arrangements

This contract fulltime position is available from August 1, 2023 to May 31, 2024. This position is required to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs. Shift days and times may change depending on operational needs. Evening and weekend work will be required. The position is located primarily at the New Westminster campus and will be required to work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations.
What Douglas Offers

DO what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best colleges even better.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Athletics & Recreation Operations, the Athletics Communications Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the communications strategies for Athletics, Recreation, and Sports Institute. The coordinator contributes to a studentcentered environment that enhances the profile of studentathletes, coaches and the Athletics & Recreation department by effectively delivering key messages through writing, designing and producing media content for the web, social media, and print publications.
Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Communications

Executes the department's communication strategies and provides feedback/recommendations on strategy & tactics
Develops and writes brand messaging for all communications and marketing initiatives and channels
Writes, edits and maintains content for web, social media and print. e.g. Press releases, news articles, etc.
Coordinates student writers, photographers, graphic designers by providing guidance and information on project related tasks. e.g. feature stories, photo shoots, etc.
Responds to media inquiries and asset requests as the primary point of contact for Athletics and Recreation e.g. photographs, images, and logos

Design and Production (print, web, video)

Responsible for the visual execution of brand campaigns
Responsible for ensuring all brand collateral (posters, templates, tshirts, videos, calendar, signage, etc) are in alignment with brand guidelines
Responsible for the creation, update, and maintenance of Department websites
Generates photographs as needed
Recommends and provides budget proposals for various projects and events

Marketing

Supports and executes new marketing initiatives
Ensures brand touchpoints align with overall brand strategy
Supports media initiatives and asset creation related to revenue generating opportunities for Athletics and Sports Institute

Special Events Supports

Contributes to the development of special event strategies, e.g. Departmental, Conference, Athletics Championships
Supports event planning, execution and delivery
Coordinates the delivery of technology for departmental operations (e.g. web streaming, media, presentations)
Responsible for the design and implementation of collateral materials for all hosted events (signage, media guide, poster, logo, video, website)

Administrative

Maintains appropriate documentation and records of the media related to studentathletes, i.e. headshots, statistics, etc.
In consultation with the Manager, Athletics & Recreation Operations, communicates with coaches, and faculty (as directed), regarding information pertaining to student communication, media, branding requirements
Attend departmental meetings

Perform other Duties

Research emerging and innovative communications, media and branding technology, initiatives and strategies in postsecondary Athletics

To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need

Completion of a twoyear diploma from a recognized postsecondary institution in a relevant field such as journalism, communications, marketing; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience (degree preferred)
Three years' experience providing communications, marketing, or public relations support to an athletics department or comparable college/university setting
Experience in conceptualizing, planning and developing a wide variety of communications including special projects, graphics, content features, and interactive elements
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Figma, Office 365 suite, website and database management
Demonstrated understanding of communication and marketing fundamentals and tactics
Current knowledge of digital trends and developments, social media analytics, and social listening and networking
Experience working with student groups at the postsecondary level. Experience leading, developing and facilitating student groups is considered an asset
Ability to explain and highlight the connections between physical activity, physical