Associate Director, #Brand Design

Wucf Tv; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Tickets to UCF sporting events

Education assistance

Job summary

UCF Athletics seeks an Associate Director of Brand Design to lead the football visual brand and collaborate with the broader design team on the department’s branding initiatives. You will craft original print and digital materials for social media, website, emails, posters, and signage, while guiding brand consistency across platforms.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and two years of design experience with a strong portfolio and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in graphic design.
• A graphic design portfolio is required for consideration.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Design team to develop and advance the athletic department’s brand identity.
• Lead the development and execution of the UCF Football visual brand.
• Create original designs for print and web media (social media, website, email, advertising, posters, signage, etc.).
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to raise brand awareness and support revenue opportunities.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

## Associate Director, #Brand DesignApplylocations: Orlando, FL (Main Campus)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 15 Days Agojob requisition id: R113265**Department:**UCF Athletics - #ContentThe Associate Director, #Brand Design, is a key member of the UCF Athletics Design Team. This role serves as the primary designer for both external football communications and football recruiting, while assisting with projects from the general Athletics Department on a limited basis. The Associate Director, #Brand Design is a talented, multi-disciplinary and collaborative designer, ready to position the UCF Athletics brand at the forefront of college athletics.**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:*** Collaborate with the Design team in the development, maintenance and advancement of the athletic department's brand identity through original and creative design concepts. Assist with the identification of opportunities to enhance brand identity where appropriate.* Lead the development and execution of the UCF Football visual brand, with guidance from the Creative Director.* Stay informed of current design trends and best practices, to produce efficient high-quality results.* Create original designs for a variety of media, including both print and web design. Includes, but is not limited to content for social media / new media platforms (website, email, advertising, etc.), as well as printed materials (posters, stationery, signage, large-scale facility graphics, etc.)* Collaborate with external team (Social Media #Content, Football Recruiting, Brand Experience, Strategic Communications, ChargeOn Fund, Corporate Partnerships, Tickets, and Video #Content) in generating greater awareness of the UCF Football and Athletics brand, enhancing interest and attendance while maximizing overall revenue opportunities.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years appropriate experience.* Appropriate graduate coursework or master’s degree may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.* A graphic design portfolio is required for consideration.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Must show strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.* Collaborative mindset, openness to creative feedback, attention to detail, and strong communication skills (written/verbal) also necessary.* Must be able to work autonomously, managing multiple project timelines and communication with various stakeholders, delivering completed projects within time sensitive deadlines.Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel.As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing / complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.**Salary:**NegotiablePlease note that UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida, with different payroll and benefits than university employees. If interested in positions with the university, please click Here to visit their website.As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the university. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as “Orlando's Hometown Team.”**UCF Athletics values our employees and working for us has its perks, including:** * Benefit packages: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurances, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, and Employee Assistance Program* Wellness initiatives: UCF Athletics is recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being and vitality through our benefits offerings, wellness platform and programming* Paid time off for applicable positions, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays* Retirement savings options* Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions* Tickets to UCF sporting events* Education assistance**To learn more about UCF and the Knights, visit our websites at ucf.edu and ucfknights.com.**