Assistant Director, Athletics Digital Media and Branding
EXPIRED

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA

Posted Date: Jul 17, 2025

Expired Date: Jul 24, 2025

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    $46,450-$50,800/yr
  • Years of Experience
    1+ Years
  • Work Type
    Full-time

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Athletic Director
Conference
Big Ten (DI)
About the Job
Job Description

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director, Athletics Digital Media and Branding. This is a full-time (probationary and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.

Responsibilities: This position is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of comprehensive communication and brand strategies to enhance the visibility and reputation of all 22 of the sports programs and the Athletics Department. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure consistent and effective brand messaging across all platforms. This position will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, communications or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • One year experience in a fast-paced, high-profile communications, marketing, social media or public relations position; Ability to creatively produce and manage the design, layout, content and flow of multiple publications for multiple platforms (web, e-mail, podcasts, digital audio & video, digital photography, social media and print).
  • Experience utilizing Adobe Creative Suite tools including InDesign, Photoshop, Lightroom as well as social media scheduling and analytics platforms.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to:

    • Utilize basic office support software (word processing, email, etc.)
Department History

University of Iowa Communications 2024–2025

Person Role

Matt Weitzel

Associate Athletics Director, Strategic Communications

James Allan

Director, Strategic Communications

Bailey Turner

Associate Director, Strategic Communications

Sam Basler

Associate Director, Strategic Communications

Traci Wagner

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

Leandra Harasta

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

John Leo

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

University of Iowa Marketing 2024–2025

Person Role

Dale Arens

Assistant Athletics Director, Trademark & Licensing

Kelsey Laverdiere

Associate Athletics Director, Marketing & Multimedia

Brandee Britt

Director, Social Media & Digital

Brian Clarke

Director, Marketing

Matthew Ellison

Director, Graphic Design

Brian Ray

Director, Photography

Stephen Mally

Associate Director, Photography

Mind Gardner

Assistant Director, Graphic Design

University of Iowa Communications 2023–2024

Person Role

Matt Weitzel

Associate Athletics Director, Strategic Communications

James Allan

Associate Director, Athletic Communications & Athletics Content

Traci Wagner

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Hannah Ossman

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Bailey Turner

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

Sam Basler

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Leandra Harasta

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

John Leo

Assistant Director, Strategic Communications

University of Iowa Marketing 2023–2024

Person Role

Dale Arens

Assistant Athletics Director, Trademark & Licensing

Kelsey Laverdiere

Associate Athletics Director, Marketing & Multimedia

Brandee Britt

Director, Social Media & Digital

Brian Clarke

Director, Marketing

Matthew Ellison

Director, Graphic Design

Brian Ray

Director, Photography

Stephen Mally

Associate Director, Photography

Mind Gardner

Assistant Director, Graphic Design

University of Iowa Communications 2022–2023

Person Role

Steve Roe

Associate Athletics Director, Athletic Communications

Matt Weitzel

Associate Director, Athletic Communications

James Allan

Associate Director, Athletic Communications & Athletics Content

Bailey Turner

Associate Director, Athletic Communications

Traci Wagner

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Hannah Ossman

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Sam Basler

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

University of Iowa Marketing 2022–2023

Person Role

Dale Arens

Assistant Athletics Director, Trademark & Licensing

Brandee Britt

Director, Social Media & Digital

Brian Clarke

Director, Marketing

Matthew Ellison

Director, Graphic Design

Brian Ray

Director, Photography

Kelsey Laverdiere

Associate Director, Marketing & Multimedia

Stephen Mally

Associate Director, Photography

Mind Gardner

Assistant Director, Graphic Design

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