Athletics Digital Content Manager

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Requisition Number:

56391

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

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Requisition Number:

56391

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

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City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

12-May-2024

Date Posted:

02-May-2024

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Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for an Athletics Digital Content Manager! Primary responsibility is to serve as Digital Content Manager for select CU Athletics’ social media channels including but not limited to Colorado Football. Promote a positive social media presence for CU Athletic Department through a variety of digital media platforms. Assist with social strategy, execution, and content creation on all official platforms as assigned.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate Athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the affiliated conference and the NCAA.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Social Strategy and Execution:

• This position is responsible for day-to-day operation and in-game posting of digital communications on Football social media channels as well as other select social media team accounts as assigned. Create a content calendar that is 365 days for social media content. Collaborate with CU Football Creative, SID, Buff Club, marketing and other departments as needed to develop creative and engaging content supporting CU Athletics programs and strategic plan objectives. Work internally and with external vendors on select social media channels on varying levels to ensure overall scope and brand of the athletic department is well represented. Keep track of CU Football social media analytics, prepare monthly analytics reports and communicate the best methods/evidence-based recommendations to relevant parties. Assist in the execution of digital channel related sponsorship elements through Buffalo Sports Properties and CLC as needed for main channels.

  • Create, plan and implement social media campaigns, promotions, and contests
  • Administrative tasks for football creative such as leading content meetings, crafting proposals, keeping track of projects and keeping notes
  • Coordinating filming/posting with players and coaches
  • Maintain consistent messaging between team account, athletic department and campus
  • Work with football staff to ensure the program/players are being accurately portrayed on social media
  • Communicate with football recruiting and coaching staff about social media plan, strategy, messaging, etc.
  • Attend select CU Football events(recruiting, fundraising, etc.).

Content Creation & Management:

• Independently assist with photo (production & editing) for Colorado Football events & practices where needed. Brainstorm, produce and complete social-media optimized video content (TikToks, iPhone stories, etc.) at games, practices, & events. Collaborate with Digital Content staff to ensure consistency of quality across content for all CU sports. Responsible for assistance overseeing the creative content intern program, including selecting, mentoring, and evaluating interns to ensure a robust learning experience and alignment with the program’s strategic goals.

Student-Athlete Social Media Education: (10%)

• Organize, update and coordinate INFLCR accounts across assigned sports to ensure all student-athletes are receiving all of their photo, video & graphic content in a timely fashion. Assist the Digital Content team with personal and professional brand education and social media best practices for coaches, staff and student-athletes. Assist student-athletes with social media verification & account recovery where needed. Communicate with social media platform representatives proactively about the best industry practices, account success, etc., NFL teams & league social representatives, and notable college football media accounts & networks.

What We Can Offer

• Starting salary for this position is $60,000.

• Additional Athletics benefits include:

  • Relocation is available within department guidelines.
  • Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, communications or other applicable area of study.
• At least one year of experience in digital media, in a sports setting with a college or professional team. Service as graduate assistant or intern acceptable.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

• Strong working knowledge of social media best practices & social media tools including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok.
• Ability to build and maintain social content calendars and communicate/collaborate with cross functional groups to complete responsibilities.
• Able to demonstrate foundational photo and video production principles and knowledge of DSLR-style cameras.
• Ability to edit photos and videos (including recaps, hype videos, features, etc.) for a variety of platforms.
• Skills and experience in social media management for a sports organization.
• Multitasking and prioritizing assignments is a crucial skill for this position.
• A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Division I intercollegiate experience and knowledge of the Colorado Buffaloes or a power five conference preferred.
• Foundational understanding of video production.
• Skills and experience in graphic design and motion graphics are a plus.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
3. Please upload a link to your portfolio or submit PDF work samples for our review.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 12, 2024 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.

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