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Position Information
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Assistant Athletic Director for Graphic Design and Social Media
Position Information
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Assistant Athletic Director for Graphic Design and Social Media
A10795
Exempt
35
Athletic Administration
Rose Hill
Onsite
Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy.
Reporting to the Senior Executive Associate Director, the Assistant Athletic Director for Graphic Design and Social Media plays a pivotal role in developing and executing strategic communications plans that enhance the visibility of Fordham Athletics while supporting the department’s storytelling, brand, and fan engagement goals.
The Assistant Director creates, directs, manages & executes the graphic design and day-to-day social media content of the Fordham athletic program. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of social media and digital content strategies, including the generation of high-quality creative content to engage the Athletics fan base. This position is also responsible for the continuous process of improving and adopting new communications and engagement strategies as appropriate.
In addition to creative leadership, the Assistant Director is responsible for recruiting, mentoring, and managing a dynamic team of student staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
This position may require occasional evening, weekend, and some holiday work hours.
Plans, develops, and directs the athletic department’s creative services, including graphics and digital content (e.g., photography and video), in order to amplify Fordham Athletics and engage a broad range of external audiences.
Creates social media graphics for game days, wins, milestones, awards, and other key moments that celebrate team and individual achievements.
Collaborates with each team to support and grow their individual social media accounts, with a focus on audience development and increased recognition.
Designs within Fordham Athletics’ brand standards to produce graphics that support fan engagement, recruiting, brand awareness, and revenue generation.
Oversees department photography and videography efforts, ensuring high-quality creative content is captured, organized, and maintained, including the management of the INFLCR platform.
Collaborates with Digital, Production, and Fan Experience to develop and implement exciting graphic design initiatives to increase social media engagement with fans and recruits on a national level.
Translates creative concepts into effective visual assets that align with departmental strategy and support social media growth and engagement goals.
Creates and maintains dynamic content that strategically enhances the Athletics brand in external communications. Ensure a consistent image and identification with the brand across all communications efforts.
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Guides work of other employees who perform essentially the same work and/or student workers. Organizes, sets priorities, schedules and reviews work, but is generally not responsible for final decisions in hiring, performance management or compensation.
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience across a wide range of creative projects, from social campaigns to video thumbnails to recruiting materials, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated strong illustration skills to create visuals that support storytelling in editorial, marketing, and branded content initiatives.
Knowledge of NCAA rules.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Express, and Premiere Pro).
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Exhibit meticulous attention to detail; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage several projects at one time.
Must be able to work independently and self-manage project flow.
Team player with ability to work well in a team setting and across diverse groups, organizations, and departments.
Must be able to meet stringent deadlines.
$70,000
$80,000
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
No
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | A901P |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Posting Date | 07/24/2025 |
| Special Instructions | |
| EEO Statement |
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. |
Physical Activity
| Sitting | Often | | Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) | Often | | Hearing, Listening, Talking | Often | | Standing | Often | | Walking | Often | | Running | Not Required | | Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling | Often | | Climbing stairs | Often | | Climbing ladders | Not Required | | Reaching overhead | Often | | Pulling, pushing | Often | | Shoveling | Not Required | | Lifting – up to 20 pounds | Seldom | | Lifting – up to 50 pounds | Not Required | | Lifting – over 50 pounds | Not Required |
Work Environment
| Work Environment | Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. |
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience across a wide range of creative projects, from social campaigns to video thumbnails to recruiting materials, or an equivalent combination of education and experience?
* Do you have an understanding and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations?
* Do you have demonstrated strong illustration skills to create visuals that support storytelling in editorial, marketing, and branded content initiatives?
* Are you proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Express, and Premiere Pro)?
Person | Role |
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Andrew O'Connell Departing
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Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Communications (Contact for Men's Basketball (Secondary), M. Soccer, Golf, Rowing) |
![]() Joe DiBari |
Director of Sports Media Relations |
Person | Role |
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Eilish Devine |
Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Promotions |
Person | Role |
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Andrew O'Connell |
Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Communications |
![]() Joe DiBari |
Director of Sports Media Relations |
Person | Role |
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Eilish Devine |
Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Promotions |
Person | Role |
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![]() Joe DiBari |
Director of Sports Media Relations |
Shannon Lulley |
Assistant Director of Athletics Development, Communications & Alumni Relations |
Person | Role |
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Eilish Devine |
Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Promotions |
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