Visual and Digital Communications Student Assistant

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G/R14700P

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Posting Number

G/R14700P

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Working Title

Visual and Digital Communications Student Assistant

Department

Athletics-Sports Communication

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

UGA

is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA

employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the

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Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

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Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

06/01/2022

Posting Date

05/24/2022

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

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Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assist with creation and social and digital media assets – including, but not limited to, static graphics, motion graphics and GIFs. - Create static graphic templates for department-wide use - Collaborate with sport liaisons to develop social media assets for each sport that reflects the tone of the platforms - Work within brand guidelines to develop innovative, memorable content that is consistent throughout the department - Develop content ideas for social platforms - Assist in game day duties as assigned - Stay up-to-date on current design and social media trends

| | Percentage of time | 100 |

Position Details

Position Information

| Classification Title | Student Assistant | | FLSA | Non-Exempt | | UGA Job Code | | | FTE | 0.49 | | Minimum Qualifications | | | Position Summary |
Georgia Athletics is seeking a Visual and Digital Communications Student Assistant to assist the department’s efforts in creating a digital identity strategy that includes graphic and motion, graphic design, visual identity strategy, and social media strategy.

The employee will work with the Director of Social Media Strategy and the Visual and Digital Communications Graduate Assistant to develop digital and social media assets for the 21-sport athletic department.

The employee is expected to fulfill requests, while adhering to and assisting in the development of the program’s brand standards. | | Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position | | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
Software/Platform Skills: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (including, but not limited to, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere. Working knowledge of social media platforms (including, but not limited to, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).

Other Skills: Experience with photo editing, DSLR cameras. | | Physical Demands |
Standing; moving; use hands to finger, handle, feel; and reach with hands and arms. Sit and talk or hear. Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds. | | Is this a Position of Trust? | No | | Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No | | Does this position require a P-Card? | No | | Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No | | Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. | | Is driving a requirement of this position? | No | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |

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