Director of Creative Media

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Director of Creative Media

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary: The Director of Creative Media is responsible for creating engaging content and collaborating to set digital distribution strategy in support of the Colorado Mesa University Athletic Department. This position will advance the brand of Maverick Athletics, its programs, and student-athletes through a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: conceptualizing and producing video content for social media, recruiting, television or digital distribution to service individual sport programs and the Department as a whole; videotaping of events and interviews; working with other creative professionals to develop and enact best practices and meet the Department and University's overall creative vision; multimedia asset management and archiving of gathered footage; training and supervision of student workers, and other creative and administrative support. The ideal candidate will be innovative, knowledgeable of current social media trends, and always striving to learn and improve upon productions. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

 

• Create, manage, and execute a digital content strategy for all Colorado Mesa University Athletic Programs, including weekly video series/updates, competition previews and recaps, special projects and campaigns focusing on educational topics such as diversity and inclusion, mental health, and Title IX.

• Collaborate with CMU University Marketing and Communications Department, along with television partners to enhance CMU Athletics brand through innovative and engaging digital content creation.

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

Director of Creative Media

ABOUT THIS POSITION

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The Director of Creative Media is responsible for creating engaging content and collaborating to set digital distribution strategy in support of the Colorado Mesa University Athletic Department. This position will advance the brand of Maverick Athletics, its programs, and student-athletes through a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: conceptualizing and producing video content for social media, recruiting, television or digital distribution to service individual sport programs and the Department as a whole; videotaping of events and interviews; working with other creative professionals to develop and enact best practices and meet the Department and University's overall creative vision; multimedia asset management and archiving of gathered footage; training and supervision of student workers, and other creative and administrative support. The ideal candidate will be innovative, knowledgeable of current social media trends, and always striving to learn and improve upon productions. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

 

• Create, manage, and execute a digital content strategy for all Colorado Mesa University Athletic Programs, including weekly video series/updates, competition previews and recaps, special projects and campaigns focusing on educational topics such as diversity and inclusion, mental health, and Title IX.

• Collaborate with CMU University Marketing and Communications Department, along with television partners to enhance CMU Athletics brand through innovative and engaging digital content creation.

• Producing highlight and interview packages, behind-the-scenes features, public service announcements, competition previews and recaps and profiles of student-athletes, coaches, and administrators throughout the calendar year for use on the athletic official website and social media accounts and by sponsors and corporate partners. 

• Highly skilled in photo and video editing software with an advanced understanding of social media and video trends and technologies with the ability to fully produce high-quality videos and web broadcasting of athletic competitions.

• Experience working with a variety of media formats and multimedia files and working knowledge and experience with digital recording equipment (white balance, focus, aperture, gain, aspect rations, frame rate, audio levels, etc.)

• Proficiency in using social media and video platforms including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

• Familiarity in graphic design utilizing Adobe products including InDesign, Photoshop, Premier Pro and After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Live Type, Soundtrack, iDVD, etc.

• Must be able to work evenings, nights and weekends. 

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.  

• Two years of progressive professional experience in a related field

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or other editing software

• Must possess highest level of integrity and act ethically in all interactions.  

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred in sports marketing, radio/television production, sports broadcasting, internet broadcasting, sport management or related field with an equivalent five or more years of experience in working in a field related to digital media services in intercollegiate athletics.

• Knowledge of the logistics of graphic design and video editing, along with web design. 

Salary: $46,000.00 - 50,000.00.  Commensurate with education and experience.  Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Department: Colorado Mesa University

Employment Type: Administrative

HOW TO APPLY

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 1/5/2025.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor.  Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Dave Jahnke, djahnke@coloradomesa.edu

ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

 

A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado’s largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings. 

 

Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.

 

At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.

 

The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.

 

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

 

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

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