Athletics Graphic Designer/Content Creator
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Job No: 502476
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Dayton, OH
Category: University Staff
Department: Digital Media/Branding - 500111
Pay Grade: A - Exempt
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| Position Summary: |
Under the direction of the Director of Athletics Enterprise Branding & Digital Strategy, the Athletics Graphic Designer/Content Creator will be the primary designer of graphics for external and internal needs. With a focus on Men’s and Women’s Basketball, the Graphic Designer/Content Creator will:
● Design all collateral and facility graphics; including print, digital, video board and social media graphics with the goal of raising brand awareness, increasing attendance, generating revenue, and maximizing fan engagement.
● Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine appropriate distribution mediums and stories of University of Dayton student-athletes, and produce recruiting content for various formats.
● Work closely with the External Team to develop new strategies and content ideas to engage fans in-venue and via digital mediums.
● Serve as an in-house photographer for select projects and events.
● Assist in the maintenance of an extensive library of quality photographic images that represent all aspects of Dayton Athletics.
● Manage archive and file photo and graphic files and projects, including assisting in managing content on INFLCR.
● May assist in other creative projects based on experience.
● Other duties/projects as assigned.
● Develop, lead and mentor a team of students.
● Maintain thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, Atlantic 10 Conference and NCAA rules and regulations |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
● High School Diploma or equivalent
● 1 year of experience in creative graphics production.
● Knowledge of Sports Industry
● Prior experience with photography
● An established portfolio of completed projects.
● Excellent technical, communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
● Working knowledge of professional software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other Adobe associated products.
● Understanding of the social media environment, how it is consumed by various demographics.
● Ability to work independently as well as effectively in a collaborative team environment.
● Ability to work on weekends, evenings, holidays. Travel as needed.
● Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain a low risk driving record and be able to be insured by the university.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
● 3+ years of graphics experience.
● Experience with graphic design at the collegiate or professional athletics level.
● Sports photography experience.
● Experience with Adobe After Effects.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position. |
| Closing Statement: |
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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