Director, Athletics Graphic Design & Branding

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S5061P

Home Org Name

War Eagle Creative

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S5061P

Home Org Name

War Eagle Creative

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Director, Athletics Graphic Design & Branding

Job Class Code

BB37

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

1

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Athletics is excited to begin the search for a Director of Graphic Design & Branding! This individual will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining the brand of Auburn University Athletic Department through managing the development of creative strategy, overseeing the creation of individual sport and departmental design projects, and leading brand standards compliance.

Essential Functions

• Manages and contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy. Communicates creative strategy to all partners and provides appropriate tools to ensure brand cohesiveness department wide.
• Oversees and contributes to 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.
• Maintains the core brand identity system (logos, colors, etc.) through brand standards education and standards compliance enforcement. Establishes and implements adjustments to identity system when needed.
• Supervises the graphic design & branding team and daily operations, assigns project workload, monitors deadlines, and ensures timely and informative communication with partners across the Athletics Department.
• Leads and mentors graphic design & branding team members through directing brainstorming meetings, providing clear and honest feedback, nurturing ideas, and providing creative guidance.
• Responsible for the overall quality of work produced by the graphic design & branding team. Ensures quality standards and attention to detail are upheld through regularly reviewing projects created within the department and addressing discrepancies.
• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
• May perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• May be required to work nights and weekends.

Supervisory Responsibility
Full supervisory responsibility for other employees is a major responsibility and includes training,
evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.

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!

Minimum Qualifications

| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or related - 3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding to include managing written and visual content for a variety of platforms, layout design and typography.

OR

• Associate’s Degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or related
• 5 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding to include managing written and visual content for a variety of platforms, layout design and typography.

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding to include managing written and visual content for a variety of platforms, layout design and typography.

|

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), new media, social media, and networking.

| | Minimum Technology Skills | | | Minimum License and Certifications | |

Desired Qualifications

| Desired Qualifications | |

Posting Detail Information

| Salary Range | $53,610 - $85,780 | | Job Category | Athletics Support | | Working Hours if Non-Traditional | 7:45a - 4:45p, M-F, nights and weekends as needed | | City position is located in: | Auburn | | State position is located: | Alabama | | List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position | | | Posting Date | 02/05/2026 | | Closing Date | | | Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their websiteto learn more. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Media File 2. Other

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee

2. * What is the highest level of education attained?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD

3. * How many years of experience do you have in graphic design, messaging and branding?

(Open Ended Question)

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