Assoc Dir of Creative Services

Job Title Assoc Dir of Creative Services Department Athletics Communication and Marketing Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum $50,000 Position Salary Maximum $60,000 Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2025-06-09 Job Description Summary Miami University Athletics is seeking an Assistant/Associate Director of Creative Services to work within the Athletic Marketing and Fan Engagement unit to enhance and elevate the department’s graphic design execution while working within Miami University and Miami Athletics brand standards, assist with social media strategy and execution, and help build the visual gameday experience through development and execution of videoboard content and management. This position will develop and oversee projects and strategy in conjunction with department goals and will work with administrators, coaches, student-athletes, alumni, communications and other external units within the department. Job Description Job Duties Coordinate the department’s graphic design needs for social media, print/digital material and videoboard elements Work closely with the Assistant A.D. for Marketing & Fan Engagement and staff to develop the creative needs of Miami Athletics Work with University Communications & Marketing colleagues to be an ambassador for the brand and the visual story-telling for Miami Athletics Assist with the department’s social media strategy, execution and analytics Oversee and develop student interns on graphic design, social media and videoboard execution Responsible for content and upload to assigned venue videoboards as well as in-game operation of assigned videoboard(s) Other responsibilities and duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in content creation and digital design Must have previous experience as a content creator with an emphasis in graphic design as an intern, student intern or in a full-time position Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in athletics, experience in collegiate athletics a plus Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite with a heavy emphasis in Photoshop, Flash, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, audio production software as well as advanced knowledge in Canva and motion graphics Excellent written and verbal communications and strong attention to detail Superior organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects Must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team Self-starter; ability to multi-task in a high-energy and fast-paced environment Ability to oversee, manage and direct student interns Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to professionally communicate with all levels of staff, management, coaches and players Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays (will adjust work schedule to meet departmental demands) Additional Position Information (if applicable) Required Application Documents resume & cover letter Special Instructions (if applicable) none Additional Information A criminal background check is required. 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