Program Director - Basketball & Behavioral Health

Program Director - Basketball & Behavioral Health

Location: Remote
Flexible Schedule 
Compensation: Equity stake during startup period

Company Overview: VoiceUp is a social impact project of J Ellington Publishing LLC dedicated to empowering communities to drive change through storytelling, digital media, and innovative strategies. Our goal is to mobilize grassroots efforts and raise awareness about critical issues while ensuring ethical and equitable use of AI.

We are mobilizing college students to help transform our world. We provide a platform for students to share their perspectives and ideas on social justice issues that matter to them.

Role Overview
As the Program Director of Basketball and Behavioral Health at Voice Up, you will be responsible for developing and managing initiatives that empower student-athletes, particularly Basketball players, to raise awareness for the social causes they care about and take action to drive positive change.

This role serves as a bridge between the Voice Up editorial team and the student-athlete community, ensuring their important perspectives and experiences are elevated through the publication's content and outreach efforts.

Key Responsibilities
- Identify and recruit student-athletes, especially Basketballplayers, who are passionate about social justice to participate in Voice Up initiatives
- Work closely with the editorial team to conceptualize and execute content features (articles, videos, podcasts, etc.) that spotlight student-athlete activists and their causes
- Develop programming, workshops, and other engagement opportunities to support student-athletes in effectively communicating their messages, mobilizing their peers, and driving measurable impact
- Foster relationships with college athletic departments, coaches, and campus organizations to promote Voice Up's mission and build a strong network of student-athlete contributors
- Collaborate with the marketing and social media teams to amplify student-athlete voices and activism across digital platforms
- Analyze audience engagement data and feedback to continuously improve the program's reach and effectiveness
- Serve as a subject matter expert on the intersection of sports, mental health, and social justice

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a higher learning institution, including two-year or four-year colleges, universities, or trade schools.
Or recent alumni with very strong on campus real time connections.
Or, Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience as a Basketball player, coach, or in a similar athletic/sports-related role
- Deep understanding of the unique challenges and experiences of student-athletes, especially related to mental health and social/community engagement
- Proven Basketball record of designing and executing successful student engagement and activism programs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to and empower diverse student populations
- Demonstrated project management skills and the capacity to work collaboratively across teams
- Passion for empowering youth voices and driving positive social change
- Familiarity with digital media, content production, and social platforms

Compensation: Compensation will be determined based on the startup’s structure and resources, with an equity stake in the organization during the initial stages. Members of the founding team will receive an equity percentage stake split evenly across the team.

How to Apply
Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com 
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications..