Assistant Athletic Director for Creative Services and Strategy

University of Connecticut - Mansfield, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Mansfield, CT

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Athletic Director for Creative Services and Strategy at the University of Connecticut will lead the creative initiatives within the athletics department. This role focuses on the ideation, direction, and production of innovative digital content across various platforms, as well as traditional media. The position requires collaboration with multiple departments to enhance fan engagement and brand awareness while overseeing social media, graphic design, and photography operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the athletic department's social media, graphic design, and photography operations.
• Lead a team of full-time staff and student interns in content creation.
• Develop and execute strategic content strategies and creative campaigns.
• Enhance the in-game fan experience for various stakeholders.
• Maintain the athletics website, app, and related micro-pages.
• Play a key role in the development and management of UConn+, a new initiative in college athletics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, journalism, communication, or a related field.
• Four years of related experience, including two years in multimedia content production and two years in social media strategy.
• Proficient in web design (HTML, CSS) and WordPress.
• Experience in video content capture and editing.
• Proficient in photography and editing, as well as Adobe Creative Suite.

Nice-to-haves

• Two to four years of experience at an NCAA Division I institution or professional sports team.
• Prior leadership experience managing a creative team and student interns.
• Experience with live event production and videography.
• Proficiency in animation/motion graphics (Adobe After Effects).
• Experience with website content management systems (Sidearm) and Daktronics software.

Benefits

• Employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn.
• Competitive salary and outstanding benefits.