Director of Creative Services - Athletics

EXPIRED

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The primary role of this position is to serve as the primary content designer for the Department of Athletics. The position will provide brand management and photographic/video/multimedia services required for content creation and implementation. The position will provide leadership and assistance in the creative and visual storytelling direction for UNG¿s 13 NCAA intercollegiate athletic programs, through digital marketing, digital media, video, photo and graphic design. The position will collaborate effectively with the marketing team and work cross functionally to achieve department goals. Facilitates the mission, policies and procedures of UNG, the Peach Belt Conference, and the NCAA. Incumbent is frequently away from assigned work desk/phone due to official UNG work responsibilities or travel and requires real time communication with others.

Responsibilities

• Strategically develop visual assets to support and enhance videoboards, social media campaigns/graphics, digital content, the Nighthawk Sports Network and general department branding. Manages a student-work staff.
• Oversee all graphic design, while working with marketing team to define brand look-and-feel on a seasonal basis.
• Work in conjunction with the senior leadership team to champion, respect and expertly communicate brand guidelines and logo usage. Uphold all branding guidelines and identity standards.
• Manage the department's multimedia asset catalog.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses and attending training and/or courses.
• Contributes to the overall success of the athletics department by performing other duties as assigned.

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The primary role of this position is to serve as the primary content designer for the Department of Athletics. The position will provide brand management and photographic/video/multimedia services required for content creation and implementation. The position will provide leadership and assistance in the creative and visual storytelling direction for UNG¿s 13 NCAA intercollegiate athletic programs, through digital marketing, digital media, video, photo and graphic design. The position will collaborate effectively with the marketing team and work cross functionally to achieve department goals. Facilitates the mission, policies and procedures of UNG, the Peach Belt Conference, and the NCAA. Incumbent is frequently away from assigned work desk/phone due to official UNG work responsibilities or travel and requires real time communication with others.

Responsibilities

• Strategically develop visual assets to support and enhance videoboards, social media campaigns/graphics, digital content, the Nighthawk Sports Network and general department branding. Manages a student-work staff.
• Oversee all graphic design, while working with marketing team to define brand look-and-feel on a seasonal basis.
• Work in conjunction with the senior leadership team to champion, respect and expertly communicate brand guidelines and logo usage. Uphold all branding guidelines and identity standards.
• Manage the department's multimedia asset catalog.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses and attending training and/or courses.
• Contributes to the overall success of the athletics department by performing other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. One year of creative content experience required.
• Must be willing to obtain CPR, AED and other certifications as needed.
  

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated experience creating content for all mediums ¿ digital, social, print and big screens (videoboards).
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and demonstrated understanding of design principles.
• Outstanding leadership, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to interface with a variety of audiences.
• Ability to think strategically and to develop a strategic plan. Highly organized with superior work ethic and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced organization.
• High ethical standards and ability to relate work with a diverse faculty, staff, students and other publics.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education