Communications Assistant

UAlbany Athletic Communications:
Communications Assistant Job Purpose

This is a two-semester (2026-27 academic year), 20-hour-per-week position that is responsible for assisting the Athletic Communications Department with day-to-day operations. Communications Assistants will be responsible for providing communications-related services for assigned teams while promoting the UAlbany Athletics Department, its student-athletes, and its coaches.

• Responsible for all communications related activities for assigned sports, including but not limited to: press releases, statistics, box scores, content creation, and other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for working individually and as a part of a team to ensure the high-quality management of social media channels for assigned sports.
• Ensure daily accurate and up-to-date information for assigned programs on , team social media accounts, the UAlbany Athletics mobile app, and various other communications outlets.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Digital Content and Communications.

• A strong work ethic and willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Must possess a good understanding of collegiate athletics and be able to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• General knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Capacity to work with people in a multi-ethnic environment and develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

• Experience in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with photography or videography.

Communications Assistants are eligible to earn up to $10,000, working a maximum of 20 hours per week, from August until May.

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To apply for this position, email your resume and cover letter to Sports Info. Please have applications submitted no later than May 4, 2026.