Indiana Wesleyan University

Students at Indiana Wesleyan University have the opportunity to secure a variety of professional growth opportunities during their undergraduate and post-graduate careers. These opportunities can be essential for students seeking a career in sports following graduation. Student assistants are normally interviewed and placed prior to the start of the upcoming fall semester. However, applications are accepted throughout the year.

Working with Athletic Communications/Gameday Operations allows students to gain experience in athletics for future career aspirations, to learn about the opportunities in athletics, to engage with athletes, coaches, and staff to increase student involvement with athletics and all sports across the university, and increase community involvement to bring campus and athletics together.

Please see below for all current student worker opportunities.

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

Overview:

• Assisting full-time staff members with coverage of select Indiana Wesleyan Athletic programs.
• Serving in a variety of game day roles including maintaining live stats and social media accounts.
• Assisting with the writing of press releases.
• Assisting with generating, posting, and maintaining content on iwuwildcats.com and team social channels.
• Assisting in the research and production of game notes and preview stories as well as the organization of photo databases.
• Ideal (but not required) skills include knowledge of AP writing style, strong copy writing ability, and Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

Lauren Anderson - Class of 2024

First Job: Digital Media Intern – Green Bay Packers

Current Role: Digital & Social Media Coordinator – Green Bay Packers

CREATIVE VIDEO

Overview:

• Capture and edit high-energy video content to enhance social media timelines.
• Cover teams in competition and at practices.
• Generate story-telling content to enhance awareness of impactful stories around Indiana Wesleyan Athletics.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

Drew May - Class of 2025

First Job: Video Production Intern – Kansas City Royals

Current Role: Video Content Producer – Cincinnati Reds

"Indiana Wesleyan really gave me opportunities to grow in both shooting and editing that I wouldn't have been granted at many other schools. Being mostly self-taught and with not much experience, I was given an opportunity to shoot and edit lots of content for IWU athletics social pages which gave me confidence in editing for social media, which was a strong baseline to propel me into my career."

LIVE STREAM BROADCAST

Overview:

• Broadcasting all Indiana Wesleyan sporting events on Urban Edge Network.
• Tell the story of athletes, coaches, and games through visual storytelling.
• Fast-paced working environment and emphasis on teamwork and communication.
• Positions include: Broadcasting, Replay/Graphics, and Camera Operator.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Overview:

• Creation of graphics for the department and teams to be used on social media and physical spaces.
• Manage creative direction for individual athletics teams.
• Assist in managing and updating content using Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.
• Collaborate with other designers on various projects.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

Grant Wayner - Class of 2023

First Job: Graphic Design Intern – Los Angeles Chargers

Current Role: Graphic Designer – Indianapolis Colts

"The IWU Athletic Department provided me the necessary resources, opportunities, and guidance to have a successful future in the sports world. They run a professional operation with people who care about the students they are working with, offering help wherever needed. They allowed me to grow and expand in my roles and responsibilities as I progressed as a designer, which helped me be ready for roles after college."

PHOTOGRAPHY

Overview:

• Create photography assets from event coverage including games, practices, and non-sport events.
• Take photos at games, practices and events.
• Develop and learn studio photography skills.
• Assist with media days and recruit shoots.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

Karly Pucket - Class of 2026

First Job: Karly P Photography - Wedding & Couples Photographer

Current Role: Karly P Photography - Wedding & Couples Photographer

GAMEDAY PROMOTIONS

Overview:

• Implement the promotions and game day activities for assigned sports.
• Coordinate with event management to set up event needs (tables, chairs, food services, giveaway elements, etc.).
• Promote athletic events and communicate promotions within the residence halls, student body, and community groups.
• Activate in-game productions and execute promotions in a fast-paced environment.
• Create and manage memorable experiences for all fans and guests.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

Olivia Medina - Class of 2023

First Job: Guest Services Intern – Green Bay Packers

Current Role: Express Meetings & Group Housing Manager – Overton Hotel & Conference Center

GAMEDAY OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

Overview:

• Serving in a variety of game day roles including:
  • Stats
  • Scoreboard/clock operation
  • Livestream production

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

PUBLIC ADDRESS ANNOUNCER

Overview:

• Game day Public Address announcing for IWU Athletics sporting events.
• In-Game reads include: Starting Lineups, Key Plays, Ad Reads, etc.
• Qualifications: Strong voice talent and ability to speak clearly.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Overview:

• Opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of social media and social media marketing while helping to provide unique and on-brand content with assigned programs.
• Create an atmosphere/theme with social media channels.
• Utilize your creativity to elevate the social media brand of the Wildcats.
• Opportunities to capture content at practice, during competition and around campus.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

TICKETING ASSISTANT

Overview:

• Commit to customer service.
• Strong Interpersonal communication skills.
• Desire to assist in ticket sales for Wildcat home events.
• Desire to impact game day experience for students, alumni and community.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.

CONCESSIONS ASSISTANT

Overview:

• Commit to customer service.
• Strong Interpersonal communication skills.
• Desire to assist in food and beverage sales.
• Desire to impact game day experience for students, alumni and community.
• Cleaning before and after event shifts to ensure a healthy work environment.

To Apply:
Fill out an application HERE.