Auburn University

This individual will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining the brand of Auburn University Athletic Department through managing the development of creative strategy, overseeing the creation of individual sport and departmental design projects, and leading brand standards compliance.. Essential Functions Manages and contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy.. Communicates creative strategy to all partners and provides appropriate tools to ensure brand cohesiveness department wide.. Formal AU Job Title: Manager, Creative Services Athletics Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)

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Job Summary is excited to begin the search for a Director of Graphic Design & Branding! This individual will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining the brand of Auburn University Athletic Department through managing the development of creative strategy, overseeing the creation of individual sport and departmental design projects, and leading brand standards compliance.Why should YOU consider a career with Auburn University?Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years!Competitive employee benefits + state retirement plan.Tuition assistance for you and your dependents.Generous leave policies (including paid parental leave!)The satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform. Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all. Essential Functions Manages and contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy. Communicates creative strategy to all partners and provides appropriate tools to ensure brand cohesiveness department wide.Oversees and contributes to the creation of brand-compliant design projects including, but not limited to, graphics for social media and videoboard, marketing collateral, recruiting pieces, publications, and small- and large-scale print pieces.Maintains the core brand identity system (logos, colors, etc.) through brand standards education and standards compliance enforcement. Establishes and implements adjustments to identity system when needed.Supervises the creative department team and daily operations, assigns project workload, monitors deadlines, and ensures timely and informative communication with partners across the Athletics Department.Leads and mentors creative department team members through directing brainstorming meetings, providing clear and honest feedback, nurturing ideas, and providing creative guidance.Responsible for the overall quality of work produced by the creative department. Ensures quality standards and attention to detail are upheld through regularly reviewing projects created within the department and addressing discrepancies.Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.May perform other job-related duties as assigned. Supervisory ResponsibilityFull supervisory responsibility for other employees is a major responsibility and includes training,evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.Formal AU Job Title: Manager, Creative Services Athletics Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding. Experience with managing written and visual content for a variety of platforms, layout design and typography. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), new media, social media, and networking. Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications

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