Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications at Cornell University responsible for developing and executing strategic digital communications and social media plans to elevate Cornell Athletics. Serves as primary content strategist and publisher across social, web, and video, creating platform-specific storytelling to drive engagement, support recruiting, and increase visibility of varsity programs. Maintains branding and visual standards across graphics, photography and video; manages the full content lifecycle from ideation to distribution and performance analysis. Acts as frontline spokesperson for assigned teams, producing record books, news releases and feature stories; coordinates interviews and provides timely information to media. Collaborates with coaches, student-athletes, and internal/external stakeholders to identify storytelling opportunities and execute integrated content campaigns aligned with departmental, university, and conference priorities. Emphasizes culture of belonging and a healthy work environment, and supports work/life integration for team members. Requires passion for athletics, strong storytelling, and proficiency with digital tools, with the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.