Assistant Director, Athletics Graphic Design & Branding

Overview

If you’re a creative who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is your chance to make your mark with Auburn Athletics!

In this role, you’ll collaborate with the Director of Athletics Graphic Design & Branding to develop impactful visuals for individual sports and department-wide initiatives. Your work will help define and elevate the look of the Auburn University Athletic Department — creating a cohesive, recognizable brand that shows up strong on game day and beyond!

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy
• Assists in the creation of brand-compliant design projects including, but not limited to, graphics for social media and videoboard, marketing collateral, recruiting pieces, publications, and small and large-scale print pieces.
• Assists in maintaining the core brand identity system (logos, colors, etc.) through brand standards education and standards compliance enforcement.
• Assists with overarching sports marketing, communication, and public relations campaigns.
• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Overview

If you’re a creative who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment, this is your chance to make your mark with Auburn Athletics!

In this role, you’ll collaborate with the Director of Athletics Graphic Design & Branding to develop impactful visuals for individual sports and department-wide initiatives. Your work will help define and elevate the look of the Auburn University Athletic Department — creating a cohesive, recognizable brand that shows up strong on game day and beyond!

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy
• Assists in the creation of brand-compliant design projects including, but not limited to, graphics for social media and videoboard, marketing collateral, recruiting pieces, publications, and small and large-scale print pieces.
• Assists in maintaining the core brand identity system (logos, colors, etc.) through brand standards education and standards compliance enforcement.
• Assists with overarching sports marketing, communication, and public relations campaigns.
• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Qualifications

Degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant.

• Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of experience OR
• Associate's degree plus 3 years of experience OR
• High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of experience

Scope of Experience: Experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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