NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association)
Assistant Director of Design & Branding
NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208
The Assistant Director of Design and Branding serves an integral role in the ideation and creation of the department's visual and creative outputs. Reporting to the Director of Creative Production, this position will work closely with all members of the External Affairs Department to develop and implement a consistent graphic identity and messaging across platforms and teams in alignment with Northwestern University and athletic design standards. This position will be responsible for creating collateral, photos, digital graphics, web and social media content.
Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required**Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job descriptionRESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:Execute and implement a consistent graphic identity and messaging across social and digital channels in support of marketing and communication initiatives.Develop and manage brand strategy and provide creative concepts and designs for various campaignsResponsible for the creation of innovative and on-brand visual solutions for web, email, social media, print, video, in venue and all other digital efforts.Manage department photography effortsResponsible for ideation and creation of advertising for all appropriate mediums (print, digital, outdoor, transit, other) under the guidance of the Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs while maintaining the look and brand identity developed by the design and branding group.Assist in the creative used for email marketing campaigns for football, men’s basketball and select sport properties.Assist with special promotional events and special creative projects, as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs and Associate Athletic Director for CommunicationsSupervise and recruit design internsResponsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.Two years of relative experience in advertising, marketing, graphic design, content creation, public relations or other similarly related field.Proven track record of delivering success in the areas of graphic and web design, content creation and photographyHigh-level of proficiency in design, web and multimedia software and applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesignWorking experience with graphic design and photographyAbility to work both independently and collaboratively across all teams.Strong organizational and time management skillsProfessional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work in dynamic, fast-paced environmentAbility to handle multiple tasks at once and meet deadlinesKnowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferredAbility to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact with diverse populations.Ability to establish engaging relationships within and across racialized and other marginalized communitiesNorthwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities . Consistent with its obligations under the law, Northwestern will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential job responsibilities.
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Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required**Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job descriptionRESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:Execute and implement a consistent graphic identity and messaging across social and digital channels in support of marketing and communication initiatives.Develop and manage brand strategy and provide creative concepts and designs for various campaignsResponsible for the creation of innovative and on-brand visual solutions for web, email, social media, print, video, in venue and all other digital efforts.Manage department photography effortsResponsible for ideation and creation of advertising for all appropriate mediums (print, digital, outdoor, transit, other) under the guidance of the Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs while maintaining the look and brand identity developed by the design and branding group.Assist in the creative used for email marketing campaigns for football, men’s basketball and select sport properties.Assist with special promotional events and special creative projects, as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs and Associate Athletic Director for CommunicationsSupervise and recruit design internsResponsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.Two years of relative experience in advertising, marketing, graphic design, content creation, public relations or other similarly related field.Proven track record of delivering success in the areas of graphic and web design, content creation and photographyHigh-level of proficiency in design, web and multimedia software and applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesignWorking experience with graphic design and photographyAbility to work both independently and collaboratively across all teams.Strong organizational and time management skillsProfessional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work in dynamic, fast-paced environmentAbility to handle multiple tasks at once and meet deadlinesKnowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferredAbility to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact with diverse populations.Ability to establish engaging relationships within and across racialized and other marginalized communitiesNorthwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities . Consistent with its obligations under the law, Northwestern will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential job responsibilities.
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