UPA looking for Director of Communications

Now that our new CEO, Dr. Tom Crawford, is settling in, we've re-opened our search for a new Director of Communications.

Position Overview: The Director of Communications directs and implements activities designed to enhance communications between the UPA and its members, volunteers, local disc organizations, tournaments and event participants as well as to expand the visibility of and participation in the sport of Ultimate at all levels. The position requires hands-on technical skills as well as the ability to direct program and manage multiple-projects simultaneously in a busy office environment.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who strives to understand the membership’s wants and needs and determine how best to inform them of UPA services and programs. Candidate should be able to develop and maintain an overarching coherent look and feel for the UPA brand in all aspects of communication. This individual should be a creative and strategic thinker as well as someone who has the technical expertise to take on new internet-based projects. In the next five years, the Director of Communications will be an integral part of implementing several new marketing components of the strategic plan. Examples include overseeing a new website design and information architecture overhaul, an image management system and the production of a youth promotional video.

Please visit www.upa.org for more information, or to apply for the position. Please also help us by spreading the word to anyone you know that might be interested.

Thanks!
-Peri

UPA hires new CEO- Dr. Tom Crawford

The UPA would like to extend a warm welcome to its new Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Thomas Crawford. Tom began his new role as leader of the UPA’s full-time staff at Headquarters in Boulder, CO on August 3rd. Tom brings to the UPA not only deep skills as a manager and extensive experience starting and growing organizations, but also an insider’s knowledge of sports organizations and market dynamics. We are extremely pleased to be able to introduce Tom to the Ultimate community, as we believe that he is highly qualified to lead our organization into the next phase of our evolution, and to help push the sport of Ultimate to new heights. Click here for more information about Tom and the hiring process.
Thanks,
-Peri