The Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA), an NCAA single-sport Division I men’s ice hockey conference that has eight members, is accepting applications for a Director of Strategic Communications and Brand Advancement. The full-time Director of Strategic Communications and Brand Advancement will develop and execute a strategic communications plan for the CCHA. The position has the potential to work remotely.

 

Required

• Passionate and knowledgeable about hockey

• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently with deadline driven projects

• Extensive graphic design and video editing experience - Work samples required

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite

• Experience managing numerous social media accounts and platforms

• Demonstrated experience using data and analytics to grow and engage fan bases through digital media

• Experience developing and managing a website

• Ability to build relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets

• Ability to build relationships with member coaches, administrators, and SIDs

• Ability to work non traditional hours, including weekends

• Ability to attend games at various CCHA arenas

 

Desirable

• Previous experience in NCAA college hockey

• Experience with sponsorship fulfillment

 

Job Responsibilities

• Drafting and posting press releases

• Develop a strategic social plan for the various CCHA accounts

• Build CCHA.com and update on a daily basis

• Organize and plan an annual CCHA Media Day

• Communicate and partner with media, member coaches, administrators, and SIDs

• Manage the CCHA relationship with FloHockey.tv

• Coordinate and execute Players of the Week awards

• Coordinate and execute the selection process for All-CCHA accolades

• Create and promote inventory of league history (statistics, awards, digital content, etc.)

• Provide support at CCHA and NCAA Playoff games by attending various games

• Present annual communications updates during select coaches’ and committee meetings and league communications directors

• Work with NCAA staff on CCHA initiatives

• Other duties as assigned by the CCHA Commissioner

 

To Apply

Applications are being accepted until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. Email a cover letter, resume, and writing, graphic and video samples to lucia@ccha.com.