Human Resources

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION

• Develop, implement, and direct comprehensive communication strategies to enhance support for Forester Athletics among the campus community and external stakeholders.
  • Market our 25 varsity athletic programs, F.A.N. Club, Forester Recreation, Club Sports, Intramurals, and Physical Education.
• Create and execute an annual communication plan incorporating the athletics website, social media platforms, and print materials.
  • Responsible for all Forester Athletics social media accounts, including daily postings.
• Manage, guide, train, and evaluate department staff in marketing and brand management.
  • Review sport-specific social media accounts to ensure coaches are active and adhere to departmental standards.
• Oversee and manage key communications and marketing projects throughout the year.
  • Manage the development of special media content and projects (end-of-year athletic highlight video, Boomers, etc.).
  • Work with student staff to acquire B-roll footage of all teams (pregame, locker room, game day, etc.).
  • Create departmental content featuring sport-specific personalities (Coach Spotlight, Senior Spotlight, etc.).
  • Direct athletics on-campus printed marketing materials (posters, postcards, flyers, A-frames, etc.).
  • Oversee and coordinate Forester Features and Forester Athlete of the Week.
• Coordinate with the Office of Communications and Marketing on key recruitment materials.
  • Story It, sport specific recruitment brochures, departmental marketing pieces, etc.
• Assist in the oversight of the Department Graphics Team.
  • Manage requests for program specific/department graphics.
  • Hire, schedule and manage student workers assigned to the graphics team. 

WEBCASTING AND VIDEOBOARD OPERATIONS

• Execute and oversee the department’s webcasting of home contests, including hiring, training, and scheduling student staff (camera operators, producers, and broadcasters).
  • Provide on-site supervision and support during all home broadcasts.
• Create and coordinate broadcast enhancements, including scoreboard features, graphics, coaches’ shows, and player interviews.
• Enhance weekly scripts for announcers by providing information on campus events, FAOTW, sport-specific content such as statistical leaders, conference standings, etc.
• Direct and manage the videoboard content and operations, including training and scheduling student workers.
• Oversee video equipment budget, inventory, and distribution. 

ADMINSTRATION

• Assist the Director of Athletics with all departmental searches and staff onboarding.
• Develop a cross-training model to ensure streamlined gameday operations between broadcasting and sports information staff.
• Support and assist in annual departmental fundraising efforts.
• Assist in the completion and submission of annual NCAA and departmental reports.
• Partner with the Director of Athletics, VP for Athletics and Career Advancement and F.A.N. Club Coordinator to support the day-to-day operations of the F.A.N. Club. 

DEPARTMENTAL SPONSORSHIPS

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for annual departmental sponsors, including but not limited to:
  • Hotel partners
  • Restaurant sponsorships
  • Webcasting and digital program sponsorships
  • A.N. Club Golf Outing sponsorships 

CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF THE ATHLETIC STAFF                   

• Uphold the mission and values of Lake Forest College by serving as a positive campus and community ambassador.
• Support the mission of the department: A Tradition of Excellence in academics, athletics, community, and career success.
• Demonstrate teamwork, proactive communication, and cooperation within the Forester Community.
• Attend all campuswide and departmental staff meetings.
• Assume additional administrative duties, as assigned. 

*This position is expected to work frequently on nights and weekends throughout the academic year (August-May)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred.
• Three years of experience working in an intercollegiate athletic department, athletics setting, or related field.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and media, including Microsoft suite, Adobe Creative suite, broadcasting, social media platforms, and video editing.
• Ability to manage and meet multiple established communication timelines effectively.
• Previous experience managing and supervising professional and student staff.
• An understanding and appreciation of a small liberal arts college environment, NCAA Division III athletics, and the importance of campus integration.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates should submit all materials electronically via Athleticsearches@lakeforest.edu