The University of Scranton Athletic Communications Job Opportunities
The University of Scranton Athletic Communications office offers students the opportunity to work in Athletics through Federal Work Study and University Work Study (Institutional Employment). These positions allow students to pursue areas of personal interest, including opportunities aligned with career goals in communications, media, and sports administration. Specific knowledge of athletics is not required for all positions.
Most positions are run through the Federal Work Study program; however, students without an FWS award may still be employed through University Work Study. Work opportunities are the same for both programs. A student’s award is paid in the form of a bi-monthly payroll check for time/hours worked. The awarded amount serves as a budget, as students are paid only for hours worked and are not guaranteed to receive the full award amount.
Listed below are the student assistant positions The University of Scranton Athletic Communications office looks to fill each year through Federal Work Study and University Work Study. Students interested in working with Scranton Athletics in any of these roles should contact a member of the Athletic Communications staff. Applications may also be accepted through Handshake.
Sports Information Assistant
Student assistants in this role help the Athletic Communications staff with statistics at home athletic events for all varsity sports. Experience and/or strong knowledge and interest in sports is a plus. Positions are limited and filled on a competitive basis, so students are encouraged to inquire early in the academic year.
This role also assists with live video streaming for home athletic events. Duties may include camera operation, setup and breakdown of equipment, scoreboard/game clock operation, and other event-day responsibilities. This position is ideal for students interested in sports media, broadcasting, or athletic operations.
Social Media Assistant
Social Media student assistants should have, but are not required to have, working knowledge of major social media platforms and prior experience managing professional or business accounts. This role supports content creation for University of Scranton Athletics social media channels, including Instagram, X, TikTok, and Facebook.
Responsibilities include capturing in-game moments and highlights, assisting with graphic elements, fan engagement content, and other digital storytelling initiatives.
Photographer
Student assistants on the photography team should have prior experience in sports photography. While owning a personal camera capable of capturing action photography is not required, it is highly recommended to increase scheduling opportunities.
Photographers work closely with the Athletic Communications staff to capture action photos of Scranton student-athletes, coaches, and staff at home contests. Additional opportunities may include select away contests, special events, and office work such as sorting, editing, tagging, and archiving photos throughout the year.
Videographer
The University of Scranton Athletics is seeking student assistants with interest and experience in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere (or similar programs). Videographers assist in producing video content for social media, including postgame highlights, student-athlete and coach interviews, and other promotional features.
Some evening availability is required. Personal video equipment is not required but is highly recommended.
Play-by-Play Announcers
The University of Scranton Athletics is looking for student assistants interested in providing live or recorded play-by-play and broadcast coverage for varsity athletic events. Prior experience with public speaking, broadcasting, or live recording is highly recommended.
