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UW Athletics Brand Communications Student Assistant

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PayCompetitive
LocationMadison/Wisconsin
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 508824
      Employer Industry: Higher Education and Athletics

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary of $14.00 per hour
      - Opportunity to work closely with student-athletes, coaches, media, and fans
      - Gain hands-on experience in sports communications and marketing
      - Potential for renewal of position beyond May 2026
      - Engaging work environment that promotes creativity and innovation
      - In-person interviews scheduled for late April, providing timely feedback

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Assist with communications focused on student-athletes, fans, media, coaches, staff, alumni, and recruits
      - Manage sport social media accounts and create engaging content
      - Write event previews, recaps, bios, news releases, and feature stories
      - Maintain UWBadgers.com and archive photos
      - Interact with various stakeholders, potentially including travel for events

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Must be a current college student or enrolled for the Fall 2025 semester
      - Strong interest in and knowledge about sports
      - Proficiency in writing and social media engagement
      - Attention to detail and reliability are essential
      - Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Premiere is helpful

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience in photography and videography
      - Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
      - Previous involvement in sports-related activities or organizations
      - Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends for events
      - Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse groups

      #HigherEducation #Athletics #SportsCommunications #StudentInternship #CreativeOpportunities

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  • About the company

      The University of Wisconsin is a top-ranked research institution located in Madison, Wisconsin, providing exceptional education opportunities to undergraduates, graduate and professional students.