Creative Design and Content Manager - Women's Basketball

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder Athletics department encourages applications for a Creative Design and Content Manager . This position is responsible for the conceptualization and design of digital and social communication elements for Women's Basketball (WBB) recruiting. Work includes managing recruiting content for all WBB social media channels including related photography and crafting digital design elements such as social media graphics, motion graphics (GIFs), etc. This position works closely with the Director of Digital Strategy on overall engagement strategy for WBB social media channels to ensure strategic consistency, additionally collaborates closely with the Creative Services Manager to ensure that all digital and printed materials are consistent with the Athletic Department brand and graphic standards utilizing approved elements and assets. Works closely with the coaching staff to execute all activities, timelines and results to successfully complete a wide range of requests and will ensure a consistent identity and brand.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objective of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Pac 12 conference and the NCAA.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Digital Graphic Designer

• Work with WBB coaches on assigned projects and requests from the point of inception through the final delivery to ensure creative concepts are adhered to and schedules and due dates are met.
• Create effective design pieces to support CU WBB.
• Partner with the Creative Services Manager and Director of Digital Strategy to ensure that all digital and printed materials are consistent with the Athletic Department brand and graphic standards.
• Work with internal and external departments/vendors to ensure standards of excellence are met (i.e., quality, content and turnaround).
• Work closely with coaches to provide weekly job status updates to the Head Coach to ensure timely communications on upcoming and current planned jobs.

Brand Management:

• Work with CMO, Assistant AD of Marketing, Creative Services Manager, and Director of Digital Strategy to ensure that all WBB crafted materials adhere to established department brand guidelines.
• Serve as WBB program’s resource for all questions related to design execution of our brand guidelines.

File Management:

• Maintain an effective job list process that tracks the status of all projects in process.
• Manage and maintain an organized digital asset library.
• Archive all completed creative projects.

What We Can Offer

• The salary rate is $62,000.
• Additional Compensation Details: Relocation is available within department guidelines. Additional Athletics benefits include: Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy. Supplemental camp pay: per Athletic Department Summer Camp Policy.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Minimum of 1 year of directly related creative design experience.
• Knowledge of the game of basketball.

What You Will Need

• Demonstrated visual design skills (e.g., typography, color, layout, and digital design, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge of social media marketing and engagement (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.

What We Would Like You To Have

• 4 or more years of directly related creative design experience.
• Knowledge of GIF production.
• Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design, After Effects and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using a video camera and filming practice/games.
• Understand Synergy Sports Technology.
• Understand Sportstec video editing system.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.

2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 16, 2021 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: recruiting@colorado.edu