Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications

Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications

University of South Carolina Upstate

Posting Number: STU00003PO26

Job Title: Student Employee

Internal Title: Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications

Campus: Upstate

College/Division: USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department: UPS Athletics Administration

Advertised Salary: Stipend of $1,000 per month for a 10-month academic year (August-May), with the possibility of a summer appointment

Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time: Part Time

Hours per week: 20

Work Schedule

Schedule will be vary depending on athletic contests and department needs, but candidates must be available to work nights and weekends.

Job Search Category: Student Employee

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

At USC Upstate, we strive to provide individualized and broad graduate assistantship experience. The overall goal of the graduate assistantship program is to gain knowledge and experience through opportunities so that upon graduation, an individual is ready to move into a full-time position within the field of collegiate athletics administration.

Job Duties

The Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications is a 20 hour per week graduate assistantship in the Department of Athletics. This position supports the external affairs unit within the department with a focus on USC Upstate athletic department digital content creation. This position reports to the Associate Directors of Athletic Communications.

Specific Duties will include:

• Manage various administrative duties, including primary sport coverage, within the communications office and respond to requests from regional and national media outlets as well as conference and NCAA requests.

• Independently write and produce press releases and media materials including game notes, recaps and features for distribution via media press releases, social media and the department website.

• Maintain the department website for statistical, biographical and historical information for assigned programs.

• Collaborate with marketing and video services to implement strategies to create unique promotional content for assigned programs and being a member of the overall team creating the strategy for the entire department.

• Position does require ability to work night and weekends as well as some travel.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Acceptance into the Master of Science in Sport and Entertainment Management (MSEM) program at the University of South Carolina, Columbia or any master’s program at USC Upstate

- Must be accepted as a graduate student to accept this graduate assistant appointment

• Successful background check

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite

• Exposure to NCAA Live Stats, Genius or comparable statistical software (StatCrew, Presto, etc.)

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Comfort with juggling multiple tasks

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, coaches, and supporters

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Attention to detail

Compensation

• Stipend of $1,000 per month for a 10-month academic year (August-May), with the possibility of a summer appointment

• Out-of-state tuition waiver, if applicable (valued at approximately $12,000 to $16,000 per year depending upon how many hours the candidate attempts)

- candidate is responsible for in-state tuition and related fees, which is approximately $10,300 to $14,000 per year depending upon how many hours the candidate attempts

• USC Upstate Parking Permit

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1-2

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2026

Job Open Date: 03/03/2026

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting: https://apptrkr.com/7214525

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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