Position Information
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Position Information
S3627P
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Director Intercollegiate Athletics
Graphic Design & Branding Director
BB37
Full-time
No
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.
Why should
YOU
consider a career with Auburn University?
Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years!
Competitive employee benefits + state retirement plan.
Tuition assistance for you and your dependents.
Generous leave policies (including paid parental leave!)
The satisfaction of knowing
YOU
are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.
It’s a Lifestyle:
The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!
Our Commitment:
Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
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 creative department team and daily operations, assigns project workload, monitors deadlines, and ensures timely and informative communication with partners across the Athletics Department.
Leads and mentors creative department 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 creative department. 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.
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.
Formal AU Job Title: Manager, Creative Services Athletics
Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field
- 3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding. Experience with 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 | $50,600-$81,000 |
| 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 | 05/15/2024 |
| Closing Date | |
| EEO Statement |
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |
Required Documents Optional Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
* Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
* Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or a related field?
* Do you have 3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding?
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Kirk Sampson |
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Shelly Poe |
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Tyler Cole |
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Wes Todd |
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Person | Role |
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Morgan Smith |
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David Pedersen |
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Matt Amos |
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Emily Adams |
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Caroline Colletta |
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Lauren Yates |
Assistant Director of Graphic Design and Branding |
Marielle Anduyan |
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Person | Role |
---|---|
Kirk Sampson |
Senior Associate AD / Communications - Football, Track & Field |
Shelly Poe |
Assistant AD / Communications - Football/Men's Tennis |
Brad Law |
Director, Broadcast Operations |
Kendra Willard |
Associate Director of Communications - Gymnastics, Equestrian |
Wes Todd |
Assistant Director of Communications - Women's Basketball, Women's Tennis |
George Nunnelley |
Assistant Director of Communications - Baseball |
Taylor Shirey |
Assistant Director of Communications - Softball |
Thomas Hoffman |
Assistant Director of Communications - Volleyball, Swim & Dive |
Person | Role |
---|---|
Daniel Watkins |
Senior Associate AD / Marketing and Revenue Generation |
David Pedersen |
Assistant AD/ War Eagle Productions |
Matt Amos |
Director of Fan Experience |
Matt Jaques |
Director of Video, Motion Graphics & Design |
Morgan Smith |
Director of Graphic Design and Branding |
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Assistant Director of Marketing |
Caroline Colletta |
Assistant Director of Fan Experience |
Lauren Yates |
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