Director of Athletic Communications

🇺🇸 Evansville, IN 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $69K 💻 Communications 🗓️ February 27th, 2026

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The University of Southern Indiana is hiring a Director of Athletic Communications. This role leads all athletic communications strategies for 19 NCAA Division I sports, managing media relations, digital engagement, storytelling, and collaboration with university departments to enhance the brand and visibility of USI Athletics.

Highlights

Lead strategic planning and execution of communications and media strategy for USI Athletics.
Manage editorial direction, brand voice, and messaging across digital, print, and broadcast channels.
Produce written content, feature stories, and promotional materials.
Oversee news releases, photography, and video content for athletic programs.
Build relationships with media and serve as liaison to Ohio Valley Conference.
Develop and lead social media strategy including planning, graphics, video, and analytics.
Supervise gameday communication staff and ESPN+ broadcasts, including hiring and payroll.
Requires bachelor's degree, preferably in sports communication, with five years of relevant experience and supervisory skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, NCAA LiveStats, and Presto platforms preferred.
Salary: $68,500 annually with comprehensive benefits including retirement contributions and tuition waivers.