Student: Athletics Communications Assistant (Sports Information)
Company Description
Augsburg University is committed to helping our students explore their vocation. As a University with a calling, we welcome the unique gifts that each of our employees brings to our collective work, and we are committed to supporting our students as they seek to match those gifts with the needs of the University and our larger community.
Student employment with Augsburg is more than a job - it is an opportunity for Augsburg students to gain meaningful work experience in a supportive setting that promotes professional growth, personal accountability, teamwork and collaboration and quality work that lives up to our mission of educating students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Job Description
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
Qualifications
- Dependable, punctual, and professional; able to take direction and follow run-of-show
- Comfortable with technology; quick learner; attentive to detail under pressure
- Clear communicator and strong teammate with a customer-service mindset
Preferred
- Experience with NCAA LiveStats/StatCrew, Daktronics, Production Truck/OBS, or TriCaster
- Photo/video skills; Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva
- Website CMS familiarity (e.g., SIDEARM)
- Writing/editing (AP style); basic graphic design
- Commitment to inclusive storytelling and accessibility standards
Students must be currently enrolled at Augsburg and must be work study-eligible. (If you have questions about your work study eligibility, please consult your financial aid award letter, or contact Student Financial Services: [email protected])
Additional Information
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on game-day experience, portfolio pieces (broadcasts, clips, graphics, recaps), professional references, and opportunities to advance into lead or sport-specific roles.
Augsburg University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact the Human Resources department by phone at 612.330.1058 or email at [email protected]. Human Resources is located at 20 Memorial Hall.
Application Instructions:
All student applicants must attach the following for consideration:
- Resume
- Cover Letter (optional)
Average salary estimate
If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.
Augsburg University seeks a reliable student Events Front Desk Assistant to manage front-desk operations, schedule campus spaces, and coordinate event logistics including AV support.
Lead and mentor a team of social editors to craft platform-first visual and text content that drives engagement and growth across Yahoo News' social channels.
WUSA9 (TEGNA) seeks an experienced photojournalist to produce compelling broadcast, digital and social stories while shooting live shots and editing packages under deadline in Washington, D.C.
Northwood is hiring a Communications Leader to shape and amplify the company narrative, lead media and launch strategy, and translate technical progress into compelling public-facing communications.
City Cast Salt Lake is hiring a part-time Social Media Manager to create and execute local-focused short-form content and community-building across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Reddit.
Penn State School of Music is hiring student Recording Engineers to operate recording systems for recitals and events, providing hands-on studio and live recording experience.
Experienced ENG Photographer needed to operate broadcast camera, lighting, audio and live-transmission systems for NBCUniversal/Versant's field news coverage.
Highwire is hiring a Senior Account Executive to own media and influencer relations, craft strategic PR campaigns, and support growth for B2B technology and financial services clients at a values-driven, hybrid agency.
Malaria No More is hiring a Senior Manager, Media & Communications to lead press strategy, storytelling, and media engagement to advance global malaria advocacy.
Experienced video professional needed to plan, shoot, and deliver high-quality B2B and technical video content for Govini’s product and marketing teams from our Arlington office.
The Jackson School and Institute for Geophysics at UT Austin are hiring a Communications Specialist to manage web and social content, media relations, and storytelling across UTIG and JSG programs.
Support BIRES' communications by producing social content, interviewing campus stakeholders, photographing events, and expanding the Institute’s presence on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Exverus Media, an award-winning data-driven media agency, seeks an entry-level Assistant Media Planner to support campaign monitoring, reporting, and cross-channel media buys while collaborating with senior planners.
BDG Media seeks a social and editorial video editor to shape engaging short- and long-form video for its digital channels, with strong narrative sense and fast, platform-aware execution.
Augsburg University educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and...
8 jobs
🔮
Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI Career Copilot
you, just ask me below!
