Assistant Director, Creative Content Producer

The West Coast Conference was formed in 1952 and has evolved and grown to become a nationally recognized and competitive force in Division I intercollegiate athletics. The WCC is fueled by the conviction to achieve its goals with strong core values of integrity, respect, collaboration, innovation, and inclusiveness that create a holistic student-athlete experience across the Conference. The Conference sponsors 16 sports and has nine member institutions – Gonzaga, Loyola Marymount, Pacific, Pepperdine, Portland, Saint Mary’s, San Diego, San Francisco, and Santa Clara – over a three-state footprint on the west coast. In the WCC, We Create Champions on the fields of competition and leaders for life.

Role Summary

The West Coast Conference is seeking a team oriented professional to be the Assistant Director, Creative Content Producer. This role will report to the Senior Director, Social Content and Marketing. Responsibilities include:  

• Content Creation across all Platforms:  Develop and produce a variety of content formats, including videos, social media posts, infographics, long and short form programming.
• Content Strategist: Develop and implement content strategies to align with the conference’s brand identity and goals.
• Collaboration:  Work with various departments to ensure consistent and effective content, including internal communications team, WCC sponsorship partner Van Wagner, and sports media partners.
• Social Media:  Manage content calendar and grow the conference’s social media presence, creating engaging content and interacting with fans and stakeholders.
• Content Design:  Create high-quality static and motion graphics, and creative content that emphasizes the conference’s brand.
• Content Acquisition: Source and acquire content from various sources, including student-athletes, coaches, and other key stakeholders.
• Production: Develop and produce short and long-form content, including but not limited to podcast programming, highlights and recaps, feature stories, and PSAs that align with the West Coast Conference’s cultural messaging.

Skills

• Strong copywriting, editing, and video production skills.
• Familiarity with production tools, social media platforms and content management systems.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of sports media and college athletics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
   

Compliance

• Ensure conference operations in areas of responsibility comply with NCAA and WCC policies.

Student-Athlete Experience

• Ensure Student-Athlete experience and well-being is a priority in all Conference initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Working knowledge of social media platforms.
• Strong writing, editing, and video production skills.
• Familiarity with production tools, social media platforms, and content management systems.
• Knowledge of sports media and college athletics industry trends.
• Strong understanding of social media tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
  
   

Travel requirements

15-30% travel

Salary

$60,000 – $68,000, commensurate with experience.

Work Location

Hybrid with San Bruno, CA base.

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references. Applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@westcoast.org with Creative Content Producer noted in the subject line. Deadline for submission is April 15, 2025.