Creative Media Assistant

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Job Summary

Central Washington University is recruiting a Creative Media Assistant to join our Athletic Administration team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they assist with amplifying Athletics marketing and communications for the University. The role is a 10-month campus-based project position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a salary, depending on experience, from $40,333-$48,400 annually plus the awesome CWU benefits.

Who we are:

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.

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Job Summary

Central Washington University is recruiting a Creative Media Assistant to join our Athletic Administration team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they assist with amplifying Athletics marketing and communications for the University. The role is a 10-month campus-based project position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a salary, depending on experience, from $40,333-$48,400 annually plus the awesome CWU benefits.

Who we are:

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.

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Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~10,000 students.

Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for the seventh time in eight years, CWU is a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.

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The Creative Services Coordinator will play a crucial role in serving the video and graphic needs of Wildcat athletics. Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for External Affairs, you will assist in the creation and coordination of visual content to enhance the Wildcat brand, and both the student-athlete, and gameday, experience. Under the guidance of the Associate Athletic Director, you will support the continued development, implementation, and evolution of our creative projects. These projects must align with university policies, NCAA regulations, and industry best practices.

As the Creative Services Coordinator, you will be responsible for producing high-quality video and graphic content; managing and maintaining digital assets; and ensuring consistency across all visual media. You will oversee the production process, audit and evaluate effectiveness, and ensure that all content meets brand standards. Additionally, you will be expected to support and contribute to the university's commitment to diversity and inclusion within the athletics department and the broader university community.

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What we offer:

Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more: Benefits, Perks, and Leave.

The Role:

Join us as the Creative Media Assistant/Intern, pivotal in driving Athletic Marketing and Communications for Central Washington University's Intercollegiate Athletics. Collaborate closely with department staff to amplify the university brand across digital platforms, including the athletic website, social media, and gameday events. Produce engaging video and social media content, innovate marketing strategies, edit multimedia materials, aid in digital communication strategy, research new marketing techniques, design graphics for various media, post content to social media platforms, and be available for evening, weekend, and occasional travel commitments.All employees are expected to support CWU's commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment.

Job Duties

• Support various aspects of Central Washington Athletics' creative services, with a primary focus on graphic design and video content. Develop, modify, publish, and distribute content across all platforms, such as social media channels and the department website, to enhance the department's brand, visibility, and exposure.
  
• Adhere to the brand to ensure consistent and proper usage of department marks internally and externally. Contribute to the creation and implementation of the department's social media plan, encompassing content calendars, campaigns, and strategies aligned with the broader content strategy across all platforms.
  
• Generate promotional and sponsorship materials (e.g., signage, digital ads) for internal and external purposes.
  
• Offer communications support and collaborate with the department's leadership team on special projects and assigned duties.
  
• Generate high-level game presentations aimed at crafting lasting memories for fans and student-athletes in designated sports. Responsibilities encompass video board production, developing/executing themes, and promotions.
  
• Promote community and fan engagement through grassroots campaigns, establishing connections between teams and the community. Raise awareness of programs, events, and the overall athletic department in relation to the assigned sports.
  

• Collaborates with the Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs on additional marketing initiatives, as assigned. Attend staff meetings and workshops for professional development

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Graphic Design, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations OR other related field).
• Experience shooting photos and video, proven storytelling ability using design and video.
• Experience representing a diverse variety of projects and skills, especially those that pertain to sports/athletics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in Adobe CC graphic design software, including Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects.
• Demonstrates creativity and the ability to continually evolve graphic design concepts.
• Ability to work within teams and work autonomously.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous intercollegiate athletic experience in the field of video production/graphic design.
• Experience or interest in mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations.

Competencies

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports and embraces diversity.

Don't meet every single requirement?At CWU we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. This may be the job for you!

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Salary : This position has a minimum annual salary of $40,333 and maximum annual salary of $56,467. The Hiring Department's expected hiring range is $40,333 - $48,400. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the hiring range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Schedule/Appointment : Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch) / Project position with expected end date 10 months from the start date

Working Conditions : Work is performed in an indoor office setting with frequent in-person interactions. It is essential to be able to remain at a desk/computer workstation for prolonged periods of time, perform extensive data entry and other computer-related tasks, and create/maintain filing systems for departmental records. Some evening or weekend work and/or occasional travel may be required.

Benefits : CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medicaland dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. For additional information please visit Benefits, Perks, and Leave.

An employee of CWU may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if the employee has student loans. To learn more, visit:https://ofm.wa.gov/state-human-resources/public-service-loan-forgiveness-program.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

• Resume including work history, education, training; and
  
• Contact informationforthree professional references.

Screening Begins: June 6, 2024

**Priority will be given to applications received by the screening date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Contact Information

Name: Josh Wetzler
Title: Associate Director of Athletics, External Affairs
Email: Josh.Wetzler@cwu.edu
Phone: (509) 963-3290
Website: www.WildcatSports.com

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check/Reference Check Process:

Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.

Notice to Prospective Employees:

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement

Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance, 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-963-2050; or emailcrc@cwu.edu.

DEI Statement

Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are all core to CWU's mission, vision and values to increase access to higher education for everyone regardless of identity. At CWU we work to ensure everyone's voice is not only heard but recognized and valued. We consistently strive to provide a safe, welcoming, and forward-thinking institution for all employees, students, and community members.

Reasonable Accommodations

Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at HR@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1202. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

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