Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

This position is responsible for assisting the Creative Services department's efforts in creating a digital identity strategy that includes graphic and motion graphic design, visual identity, digital and social media strategy. The Graphic Designer will fulfill requests from many different areas, including Athletic Communications, Marketing and Recruiting, while adhering to and assisting in the development of the programs' brand standards. Alongside the Assistant Athletic Director of Social Media and Digital Strategy, work to develop and implement a visual communication plan for the 21-sport Athletic department.

Knowledge of graphic design, communications, marketing, or a closely-related field. Experience in professional sports or collegiate athletics creative, communications or marketing areas. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (including, but not limited to Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere Pro). Working knowledge of social media platforms (including, but not limited to Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.). Excellent project management and organizational skills. Ability to perform detail-oriented work accurately and to communicate effectively with a diverse population. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to University System of Georgia, NCAA, SEC, and Athletic Association rules and regulations.

Stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, use close and distance vision, and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can escalate to high during practice and athletic competitions.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes. Is this a Position of Trust? No. Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No. Does this position require a P-Card? No. Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No. Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) - No.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Ideate and develop social and digital media, marketing, recruiting and promotional assets – including, but not limited to static graphics, motion graphics and GIFs. Create static graphic templates for department-wide use. Collaborate with individual sports to develop a complete digital identity that includes social media and print materials. Social media templates include but are not limited to game day, score updates, lineups, awards and honors, superlatives and schedule graphics. Work within established brand guidelines to develop innovative, memorable content that is consistent throughout the department. Develop content ideas for social platforms. Stay up-to-date on current design and social media trends. Manage the tone, voice and messaging of theUGAAthletic departmental social media accounts as assigned. Assist in the management and development of student staff. Game day duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned.