Director of Creative Media and Sports Info in Galesburg, Illinois at Knox College

The Director of Creative Media and Sports Information plays a central role in advancing how Knox College Athletics tells its story, while preserving the core responsibilities of a traditional sports information operation. This position is designed to modernize digital storytelling, visual content, and audience engagement while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with conference and NCAA standards.

Knox College provides a competitive salary and a strong benefit package, including health, dental, vision and life insurance; access to a retirement plan; a generous paid vacation and holiday package; free membership to our recreation center; and more. Tuition remission is also available after a two-year waiting period.

A proud member of the Midwest Conference (MWC) and NCAA Division III, Knox College is a vibrant community of scholar-teachers and students with a long-standing tradition of free inquiry, independent thought, and diverse perspectives. We are committed to providing an education that transforms lives through challenge, support, and discovery. Preparing students for meaningful lives and purposeful leadership.

At Knox, we seek challenge-seeking student-athletes, individuals who are eager to grow, compete, and contribute. Prairie Fire athletes embrace hard work, thrive in diverse environments, and lead with resilience. They represent more than 100 communities across the nation and globe, united by a shared commitment to self-improvement, academic success, and competitive excellence. With strong institutional support and an energized alumni base, Prairie Fire Athletics is positioned for continued growth and success.

Responsibilities

The Director of Creative Media and Sports Information is responsible for leading all sports information functions, while developing and executing a creative media strategy that enhances the visibility, engagement, and storytelling of Knox College Athletics.

● Lead and coordinate athletics communications and game operations, including statistics, reporting, record keeping, conference and NCAA submissions, game-day scoring and data accuracy, and coordination of live video streaming for home contests.

● Manage the athletics website and social media platforms, ensuring timely updates, brand consistency, and effective engagement with prospective students, families, alumni, and the campus community.

● Support the development and execution of creative media initiatives, including digital content, photography, video, and visual storytelling that helps share the Knox Athletics experience and connect audiences with Prairie Fire programs.

● Collaborate closely with coaches, athletic administration, and campus partners such as the Office of Communications, identifying storytelling opportunities and supporting program visibility and communication priorities.

● Hire, train, and supervise student workers and game-day staff, fostering a professional environment that develops practical skills in sports information, media production, and event operations.

● Ensure professionalism, accuracy, and compliance with Knox brand standards and institutional, conference, and NCAA Division III requirements in all communications and published materials.

● Model strong communication, organization, and adaptability, contributing to a collaborative and student-centered athletics department culture.

In addition to the core coaching responsibilities outlined above, this position may be assigned Additional Assignments that extend beyond the primary coaching role. These supplemental administrative, leadership, or programmatic responsibilities are based on departmental needs and individual skill sets, are reviewed annually, and will be documented through a separate annual assignment letter or addendum outlining scope, duration, and any associated compensation or workload adjustment.

Required Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field from four-year college or university, or Associates Degree with equivalent experience.

● Understanding of statistical software (NCAA Genius, Statcrew, or PrestoStats)

● Experience creating and managing content across social media platforms and familiarity with live streaming technology (such as FloSports, BoxCast, Pixellot, or similar platforms).

● Strong written and verbal communications skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

● Valid Driver’s License

● Sound judgement and ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a commitment to NCAA, MWC, and Knox College rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

● Master’s Degree or progress towards a graduate degree in a related field.

● Experience working with NCAA athletics, preferably at the Division III level.

● Demonstrated ability to produce short-form video and digital storytelling content.

● Familiarity with graphic design principles, branding standards, and engagement strategies.

● Experience supervising and mentoring student workers, interns, or creative teams.

● Experience with AI generative software.

Summary Pay Range: Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that pay is only one component of total compensation.

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

FSA/ HSA/ FSA Dependent Care

Employer Paid Basic Life & LTD

Voluntary Life

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

In keeping with its commitment to equal rights since it was founded in 1837, Knox College particularly welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups. Knox College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, religion or religious affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law in admission, financial aid, employment, athletics, or any other aspect of its educational programs or activities. In addition, Knox College is prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its accompanying regulations from discriminating on the basis of sex.

The College official responsible for coordinating compliance with this Notice of Non-Discrimination is the Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance. Any inquiries regarding policies that prohibit discrimination and harassment, including Title IX sexual harassment, as well as the policy prohibiting hazing, should be directed to the Director of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance identified below. Staff in the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance are available to meet with or talk to students, staff, and faculty regarding issues relating to this Notice of Non-Discrimination and the College’s policies and procedures.

Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance
Old Jail 12 | Campus Box K-209
337 South Cherry Street
Galesburg, IL 61401
Phone: 309-341-7751
Email: cultureofrespect@knox.edu

Inquiries about the application of Title IX to Knox may be referred to the Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance, the United States Department of Education’s Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, or both. Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights for additional information.

Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education-Chicago Office
500 W Madison St., Suite 1475
Chicago, IL 60661-4544
Phone: 312-730-1560
Email: ocr@ed.gov

Inquiries regarding the College’s policies regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”) should be directed to the ADA/504 Coordinator identified below:

Knox College ADA/504 Coordinator
Jennie Hemingway, PhD
Old Jail 12 | Campus Box K-209
337 South Cherry Street
Galesburg, IL 61401
Phone: 309-341-7751
Email: jhemingway@knox.edu

Employees requesting accommodations may contact:

Human Resources
52 W South St., Alumni Hall, Suite 100 | Campus Box K-200
Galesburg, IL 61401
Phone: 309-341-7162 or 309-341-7543
Email: hr@knox.edu

Students requesting accommodations may contact:

Director of Disability Support Services
Stephanie Grimes
Umbeck Science and Math Center E111 | Campus Box K183
340 South West Street
Phone: 309-341-7478
Email: sgrimes@knox.edu

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in certain aspects of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a human.