Student: Athletics Communications Assistant (Sports Information), 2026-27

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: $16.45/hour

• Minnesota Sick and Safe Time

• Not eligible for health insurance benefits