Sports Information Director Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of sports information director. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for and/or supervise in-game statistics for all applicable sports in compliance with NCAA statistic regulations.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Demonstrated computer competency and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), StatCrew statistical software, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop) and other campus databases
• Previous experience in a similar role within an Athletic Department or in higher education
• A high level of computer literacy including Macintosh and PC
• Works well as a team member or independently
• Commitment to ethical practices and represent the university at the highest standard in all situations
• Familiarity with appropriate software (Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, StatCrew)
• Act as the primary media relations contact for the athletics program, to include distribution of press releases and updates to social media outlets
• Report scores and statistics as per NJCAA and Conference guidelines

In response to your job posting for sports information director, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for athletic results and statistical data to local, regional, and national media as well national organizations and conferences.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Previous basketball playing experience at the collegiate level
• Prior high school and/or collegiate successful coaching and recruiting experience preferred
• Proficiency in athletic statistical software
• Demonstrated successful experience working in the intercollegiate athletics sports information field
• Working knowledge of university, and NAIA rules and regulations preferred
• Commitment to Christian lifestyle
• Knowledge of structure and philosophy of athletics organizations and programs
• Conversant with web design and publishing concepts

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the sports information director position.

Previously, I was responsible for oversight and guidance to the Sports Information & Marketing Coordinator and Game Operations Manager for in-game athletic promotions.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Prepare post-game summaries based upon information provided by coaches and post information on campus-wide communications, appropriate media outlets, and the Department of Athletics website
• Oversee athletics website to ensure information is accurate and up to date, and submit necessary information to University Relations staff
• Write special topic stories on athletes
• Prepare and submit conference, regional, and national award applications
• Provide leadership related to mentoring of coaches and student-athletes
• Assist with providing live feeds for athletic events
• Actively recruit new student-athletes to Potomac State to maintain a full roster
• Actively monitor and encourage academic progress, retention, and graduation of student-athletes

Please consider me for the sports information director opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for assistance in the training, guidance, supervision and evaluation to assigned gameday staff in the areas of in-game social media use, official scoring and graphic design for the purpose of department marketing.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Order, inventory, distribute and collect equipment after season
• Organize fund raisers to supplement annual budget for the team
• Assist the Director of Athletics as needed with the leadership responsibility for game-day procedures and accommodations related to officials, security, contestants, volunteers, and athletic trainers
• Represent the College as administrator-on-duty at athletic events, home games, regional and national travel, as needed
• Understanding of how to develop a competitive sports program
• Knowledge of communication, marketing, social media best practices
• Knowledge of compiling game statistics (Stat Crew) for a variety of sports
• Experience in using athletic statistical software (including StatCrew, DakStats) and a background in information technology and social media tools along with a familiarity with desktop publishing programs, including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator or similar tools

I am excited to be applying for the position of sports information director. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for pre-game statistical information and notes plus any other data the media requires in cumulating the ball games of the Academy.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Successful completion of a background and driver check in accordance with Coe College policy
• Familiarity with appropriate sports information software (Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, StatCrew, website content management system)
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with West Virginia Wesleyan College policy
• General knowledge of athletics and completing statistics for a variety of sports
• General knowledge of financial management/good practices
• Previous experience in sports information, broadcast/print journalism, or media relations
• Knowledge of Stat Crew statistical software, web editing and design skills
• Proficiency in industry-standard statistical platforms