Associate Athletic Director for Communications & Events

Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world’s leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and Research, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending our Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook “the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America” and in 1989 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of downtown Detroit. For more, please visit our website: www.cranbrook.edu.

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Associate A.D. is responsible for clear communication of the department vision for a culture-driven athletic program through various media channels and innovative event planning. The Associate A.D. will coordinate with and obtain approval from the Director of Communications for the Schools on media content. Hands-on mentorship in athletic administration is a primary benefit of this position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Create and manage strategic content on all social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, etc.) in coordination with and with approval from the Director of Communications for the Schools.
• Design and oversee special events (speakers, NCAA Celebrations, Awards, Senior Games, Team Banquets, etc.).
• Coordinate logistics for Friday Night Lights.
• Organize and execute Media Day and team photos.
• Create digital game day programs with QR codes.
• Manage Catholic League Awards and MHSAA Scholar Athlete Awards.
• Supervise CranNet contest coverage.
• Manage team web pages.
• Maintain season and long-term records.
• Update contest results in real time (liaise with coaches and parents).
• Collect and Manage Contest Photos (liaise with coaches and parents).
• Assist in game management/admissions for MHSAA and CHSL Tournament events on campus as assigned (will require evening and weekend availability during fall/winter/spring seasons).

External Representation 

• Stand in for the Athletic Director as assigned.
• Represent Athletic Department on MHSAA Committees.
• Attend MHSAA and Catholic League annual and monthly meetings.

Internal Representation

• Represent Athletic Department on Educational Policy Committee.
• Assist Athletic Director with monthly staff and A.D. meetings, team pre-season parent meetings, 8th grade transition annual meeting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Five years communications experience required, work in schools and/or sports strongly preferred.
• Proven success in independently managing many projects simultaneously with impeccable organization and follow-through.
• Clear voice and impeccable judgement when representing Cranbrook Athletics on social and other media channels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required. Will be regularly communicating with students, parents, alumni, staff, faculty and administrators. It is necessary to understand, speak, and write in English.
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills, and be familiar with Facebook, Twitter and other social media with the ability to effectively manage and utilize these resources.
• Some knowledge of web software technologies, website construction and photo editing software strongly preferred.
• Positive problem-solving ability is required to perform the functions of this position.
• High-level organizational skills including multi-tasking and time management.
• Must have weekend and early evening availability during fall/winter/spring seasons.
• Must be able to travel regionally to contests and meetings.
• Position may require significant standing/walking for long periods, indoors and outdoors in all weather, and/or lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient computer skills; experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
• Valid Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record required.

Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contribution.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to: Associate Athletic Director for Communications & Events | Cranbrook Employment Opportunities (ultipro.com)

About Cranbrook Educational Community

Cranbrook History Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world’s leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending its PreK-12 independent college-preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors, students, and campers to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook “the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America” and in 1989, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of Detroit. Cranbrook Mission and Values Mission: Cranbrook Schools are independent day and boarding schools that provide students with a challenging and comprehensive college preparatory education. We motivate students from diverse backgrounds to strive for intellectual, creative, and physical excellence, to develop a deep appreciation for the arts and different cultures, and to employ the technological tools of our modern age. Our schools seek to instill in students a strong sense of personal a...nd social responsibility, the ability to think critically, and the competence to communicate and contribute in an increasingly global community. Guiding Principles: Cranbrook Schools comprise a college preparatory day and boarding educational institution, early childhood through 12th grade, consisting of three divisions: a lower, middle and an upper school. We are structured to recognize and respond to the developmental, cognitive and creative needs of boys and girls and are dedicated to excellence in all aspects of education.

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