New Student Position: Student: Athletics Communications Assistant (Sports Information)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

Position Summary
Support the Athletic Communications team during home events by helping run live broadcasts, in-game statistics, digital content, and game operations. This is a great role for students interested in sports media, production, journalism, or marketing.

Primary Responsibilities
Live Production

– Operate broadcast cameras (fixed/roaming), tripods, and intercoms
– Run the streaming software, graphics, and score bug
– Monitor audio levels; cue reads/replays; troubleshoot basic A/V issues

Game Operations & Stats

– Operate video board/scoreboard
– Enter live stats using NCAA LiveStats/StatCrew; assist with official scoring
– Verify rosters, pronunciations, positions; distribute box scores and postgame files

Digital & Social

– Capture short-form video and photos for social and highlights
– Clip and upload key plays; write quick captions/recaps (follow AP style)

Web & Media

– Update event pages/rosters on the athletics website (e.g., SIDEARM)
– Post final scores, recaps, and notes; assist with basic graphics (Canva/Adobe)
– Help with media/photographer check-in and credentialing

Event Setup & Strike

– Pre-event setup of cameras, cables, headsets, computers, and signage
– Post-event tear down; inventory, sanitize, and store equipment

Scheduling & Hours

– Shifts align with home events: weeknights and weekends; occasional holidays
– Typical shift: 3–5 hours
– Flexible around classes; training provided.

Work-study eligible students welcome.

Compensation and Benefits

– Rate of Pay: $15.97/hour
– Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
– Not eligible for health insurance benefits

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