Assistant Director of Sport Brands & Communications

The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts, technology, and international business, USC is also one of the largest private employers in the City of Los Angeles.  We are searching for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: developing individuals and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university what it is.

USC Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of Competitive Spirit, Togetherness, Passionate Pride for USC, and Our Courage to Blaze the Trail, the Trojans choose to lead by example. With over 600 student-athletes competing throughout USC’s 23 sports programs, USC Athletics is committed to serving as the unmatched, unquestioned top destination for talented student-athletes to reach their fullest potential in all that they do and offering student-athletes the ability to compete for NCAA and Big Ten championships while working toward a degree from one of the world’s leading universities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

USC Athletics is looking to hire an Assistant Director of Sports Brands & Communication to join our staff and student community of 600+ individuals. This position is responsible for developing, writing, editing, and distributing content that promotes USC Athletics teams and student-athletes across a variety of platforms. The Assistant Director maintains accurate and up-to-date team information, including rosters, biographies, statistics, and records; manages assigned social media accounts; and collaborates with internal and external partners to create engaging multimedia content.

The role also operates statistical software to support gameday and season-long reporting, assists with the preparation and submission of conference and national award nominations, and provides strategic communications support for assigned athletic programs. Success in this position requires strong writing and storytelling skills, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to promoting the achievements of USC Athletics.      

Reporting directly to the Director of Sports Brands & Communications the Assistant Director of Sports Brands & Communications will work in collaboration with all USC Sports. The ideal candidate understands the demands and expectations of a Power 4 recognized athletics department and thrives in a fast-paced environment. They are a self-directed professional who takes initiative and consistently delivers high-quality work. They also embrace USC Athletics' tradition, culture, and commitment to excellence, demonstrating professionalism and a strong standard of performance in all aspects of the role. Knowledge of and experience working in higher education preferred. An understanding of the unique culture, experiences, and needs of college student-athletes is also preferred.

This position serves a large student and staff population, must demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for a variety of populations, and is expected to contribute to the program’s demonstrated commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all. USC Athletics is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity.

This is an exempt position with work expected in the evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

Roles and responsibilities to include:

• Writes, edits, and distributes press releases, game recaps, feature stories, and player/coach profiles to promote USC Athletics' teams and student-athletes.

• Manages sport-specific social media channels, by creating content (e.g., graphics, videos, written posts), scheduling posts, engaging with fans, and assisting in the interpretation of analytics to refine communications strategies. Supports live streaming efforts in coordination with creative or broadcast staff.

• Collaborates with creative teams to support development of multimedia content for assigned sports. Assists in the preparation and submission of student-athlete and team award nominations at the conference and national levels.

• Operates and maintains statistical software and official recordkeeping during home games and designated away games, ensuring accuracy and integrity of information. Maintains up-to-date team information (e.g., rosters, bi