Assistant Director, Graphic Design

EXPIRED

About Us:

Boise State University is located along the banks of the Boise River and a short stroll from the state capitol. We are committed to an innovative, transformative, and equitable educational environment that supports student success, and advances Idaho and the world.

Boise State is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at

About Us:

Boise State University is located along the banks of the Boise River and a short stroll from the state capitol. We are committed to an innovative, transformative, and equitable educational environment that supports student success, and advances Idaho and the world.

Boise State is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at Apply Now

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Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Assistant Director, Graphic Design will be responsible for creating content for assigned Boise State Athletics program(s). This position will support the development and implementation of graphics while creating a cohesive brand through print, digital, social, and web media.

Level Scope:

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Essential Functions:

This position will support the creation and implementation of graphics that are “on brand” through multiple forms of media: print, digital, social, and web; while providing additional support to fulfill any of the department needs.

Collaborate with Staff, Marketing, and Creative Services to plan and create effective content to support the department.

Assist the external department in the production of annual digital/social media plans to enhance and develop the Boise State brand, social media platform, video websites and athletic events, to include new initiatives through the research of best practices.

Design and manage graphics, which is coordinated through the external department. Management will consist of, but not limited to, creating interactive content and monitoring the statistics of the outbound messaging.

Serve as the primary contact for creation and development of graphic content for assigned Boise State sports, including print, digital, social, and web media.

Work with marketing and media relations staff to assist in social media posting on occasion.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles including design software to be involved in producing graphic art and visual materials for promotions, advertisements, films, packaging and informative and instructional material through a variety of media outlets.

Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Ability to think creatively in developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions

Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems

Minimum

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1)+ year(s) graphic design experience in a collegiate or professional athletics setting.

Proficient in the Adobe Suite, specifically Adobe Photoshop.

Salary and Benefit

s:

$47,320.00/year. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/ .

Required Application Materials:

Resume, including a link to your graphic design portfolio

Cover Letter