Senior Director/Asst AD, Athletics Creative Video

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Position Information

Requisition Number

S3830P

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Requisition Number

S3830P

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Home Org Name

War Eagle Creative

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Senior Director/Asst AD, Athletics Creative Video

Job Class Code

BB14/BB36

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Yes

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Are you ready to transform the Auburn Athletics experience with your visionary leadership? Step into a crucial role with our award-winning Creative Video team – and lead the charge in elevating our creative impact!

As the

Senior Director/Assistant AD of Athletics Creative Video

, you will lead our talented team in producing dynamic content that inspires and engages the Auburn family. You will create preeminent experiences for Auburn student-athletes, fans, students, and alumni. Responsible for the development and production of creative concepts, motion graphic and video standards, video elements, and motion graphic elements for use on videoboards, social media, and marketing and advertising campaigns, all while shaping and following the Auburn Athletics brand standards.

Why Should

YOU

Consider a Career with Auburn University Athletics?

Discover why Auburn University is a top choice for your next career move! Named one of Alabama’s best employers by Forbes Magazine, Auburn offers a supportive work environment where employees stay an average tenure of ten years. Here’s what you can expect:

✅

Competitive Employee Benefits

– Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a state retirement plan.

✅

Tuition Assistance

– Receive support for you and your dependents’ education.

✅

Generous Leave Policies

– Benefit from paid parental leave and other generous leave options.

✅

Impactful Work

– Have 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 about Auburn’s impact, generous benefits, and thriving community at 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.

New to Auburn?

We’re excited to welcome you!

Already familiar?

It’s time to come home.

Essential Functions

Manages and/or directs

the Creative Video department within War Eagle Creative, overseeing daily operations and personnel management. Responsible for overseeing project assignments and management, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring timely and informative communication with partners across the Athletic Department.

Oversees and/or leads the creative direction of work produced by the Creative Video department and ensures it is in alignment with the overarching vision of War Eagle Creative. Responsible for the development and production of the overall look, innovative concepts, creative themes, motion graphic and video standards, video elements, and motion graphic elements to be utilized on videoboards, social media, and marketing and advertising campaigns.

Upholds the team’s status as a leader in creative production, ensuring the Creative Video department maintains a cohesive visual identity and consistently produces high-quality creative content.

Collaborates with the Associate AD of War Eagle Creative to establish the overarching creative vision for Auburn Athletics.

Conceptualizes, produces, and oversees all Creative Video asset shoots and intro shoots and partners with other units within War Eagle Creative on overall asset shoot planning and execution.

Works in partnership with the War Eagle Productions, Fan Experience, and Auburn Sports Properties units to achieve maximum output of high-quality productions, overseeing and leading the creative development, execution, and quality control of all video and motion graphic elements related to game production, in-venue experience, and sponsorships sold through Auburn Sports Properties.

Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (

NCAA

) and Southeastern Conference (

SEC

) regulations in the performance of job duties.

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

Minimum Qualifications

| Minimum Qualifications |
Senior Director

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Creative Design, Branding, Sports Management, or related field
• 5 years of experience in video production to include one or more of the following: branding, creative, design, and marketing.

Assistant AD

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sports Management, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or related field
• 6 years of experience in social or digital media operations with a focus on branding, graphic design, creative design, marketing, and/or managing game experiences.

Must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed |

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of live video and post-production procedures and various communications mediums. - Working knowledge of all departments within War Eagle Creative and War Eagle Productions including Broadcast & Media Systems, Live Operations, and Creative/Post-production. - Must have a clear understanding of Auburn’s Brand (including messaging, traditions, audience, etc.). - Ability to develop and execute strategic marketing plans. - Ability to communicate positively and effectively, verbally and in writing. - Proven ability to build and sustain positive, credible working relationships with staff and internal clients. - Ability to handle multiple tasks and shift priorities. - Ability to read and comprehend complicated procedures and processes, negotiate technical assistance, and establish schedules. - Basic math knowledge for budgeting. | | Minimum Technology Skills | | | Minimum License and Certifications | |

Desired Qualifications

| Desired Qualifications |
Senior Director
Master’s degree in Sports Administration, Creative Design, Graphic Design, or Filmography is desired.

Assistant Director
Master’s degree in Marketing, Creative, Branding, or related is desired. |

Posting Detail Information

| Salary Range | $55,800-$115,400 | | 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 | 08/05/2024 | | 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... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

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

   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
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