Assistant Athletic Director Digital Strategies & Branding

Job Summary

The Assistant Athletic Director for Digital Strategies & Branding will be responsible for the creation, oversight, and management of graphic design and departmental branding.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, create, direct, and manage all graphic design and video/digital projects essential for advancing the department’s brand strategy.
• Oversee all graphic design and video production, including high-impact video components such as introductions, hype videos, feature stories, and innovative television/digital show concepts.
• Responsibility extends to the creation of digital elements encompassing sales collateral, advertising materials, brand strategy components, marketing projects, website graphics, banners, and social media content.
• Special projects are also under direct supervision as assigned.
• Direct oversight of all graphic design and creative services full-time and student employees.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of brand strategies with overall departmental objectives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and solicit feedback.
• Facilitate structural workspace rebranding initiatives within athletic facilities, aligning them with overarching brand strategy.
• Assist Maverick Sports Properties graphic packaging and implementation on behalf of sponsors/partners.
• Oversight of digital video board for content review, design, and implementation.
• Manage digital strategies budgets effectively, allocate resources efficiently, and track expenses to ensure optimal ROI for digital initiatives.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Two (2) years progressive design experience in athletics sales and marketing setting or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years progressive design experience in athletics sales and marketing setting or similar design experience.
• One (1) year of design project management experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced graphic design/software skills in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledgeable of industry cutting-edge software.
• Excellent communication skills and customer-service minded.
• Ability to create, articulate, and implement graphic campaigns that meet sales and/or other measures of success.
• Creative thinker with knack for innovative problem-solving, demonstrated adaptability, and a proven track record of generating unique ideas to drive forward-thinking solutions.
• Advanced project management skills – create timelines, meet production schedules, manage workloads, and meet strict deadlines.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administr.... The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Posting Detail Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Open Until Filled | | | Minimum Number of References Required | 3 | | Maximum Number of References Accepted | 3 | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major. |

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. What is the highest level of education attained?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associate's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • PhD or equivalent

2. How many years of experience do you have in leadership, project management or management?

   • None/less than 2 years
   • 2 to 3 years
   • 4 to 5 years
   • 6 years or more

3. How many years of progressive design experience do you have in an athletics sales and marketing setting?

   • None/less than 1 year
   • 1 to 3 years
   • 4 to 6 years
   • 7 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume or CV

Optional Documents 1. Cover/Interest Letter 2. Portfolio or Work Samples

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