AFBA is hiring: Associate Director of Creative Services in City of Ithaca

Associate Director of Creative Services

Cornell communicators share a mission to enhance and preserve the university's brand and reputation as a top research institution and a leader in higher education, and to support and promote critical programs that serve the university's teaching, research, and public engagement mission.

Under the direction of the Associate Athletics Director, Video Production & Recruiting, the Associate Director of Creative Services will develop and manage a robust production calendar for the department including visual editorial/storytelling, digital/multimedia production, and social media that serves strategic public relations, brand reputation, student-athlete recruiting, and fundraising needs for the Department of Athletics & Physical Education. They will manage two interns and a number of student employees who help execute the creation of design, photography, and video production strategy across all aspects of Cornell's 37 intercollegiate sports and other programs and activities.

This position creates dynamic and engaging digital, multimedia, and print content to promote the Cornell Athletics story and brand and enhance the overall Cornell University brand. In addition, they oversee video editing and overall brand alignment while providing input on all equipment purchases to support the success of the team, as well as web and digital services across the expanding content creation systems in athletics. The Associate Director provides strategic direction of photography, videography, and graphic design endeavors including features and interviews, as well as the department's social media accounts including but not limited to Instagram, Twitter (X), Facebook, YouTube, etc.

The position requires frequent evening and weekend hours and some travel.

Success Factors

• Superior graphic design skills and excellent multimedia storytelling ability
• Ability to recognize and mine for stories with exceptional visual identity skills and curiosity.
• Superb interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated success in building and maintaining effective working relationships with a wide variety of groups including students, staff, campus partners, service providers, and the larger community.
• Collaborative and responsive to managing multiple relationships and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership capability, with the drive to inspire and motivate team members to support collaboration and excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Communication Technology, Graphic Design, Sport Management, Communications or related field.
• 3-5 years working in creative services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of photography and/or videography and editing systems.
• Excellent knowledge of athletics and athletic terminology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and well-being.

Preferred Qualification

• Strong preference for previous work experience in a similar role within athletics organization.

University Job Title: Multimedia Producer

Job Family: Communications/Marketing

Level: F

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Pay Range: $69,129.00 - $80,339.00

Remote Option Availability: Onsite

Company: Endowed

Contact Name: Caleb Yu

EEO Statement: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO.

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