Graphic Designer

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia Athletics-Creative Services department seeks a Graphic Designer I to craft digital identities, social media assets, and print materials for 21 sports. You will work with the Assistant AD of Social Media and Digital Strategy to develop brand-aligned visuals and campaigns that engage fans and recruits.

You will ideate, design, and deliver assets across social platforms, websites, and promotional material while adhering to established brand standards and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
• 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 Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere Pro).
• Working knowledge of social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exhibiting high professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ideate and develop social and digital media, marketing, recruiting and promotional assets.
• Create static graphic templates for department-wide use.
• Collaborate with individual sports to develop a complete digital identity across social media and print materials.
• Develop content ideas and stay up-to-date on design and social media trends.
• Manage the tone, voice and messaging of the Athletic department accounts.
• Assist in management and development of student staff; perform game day duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Graphic design knowledge

Marketing knowledge

Social media knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Posting Number:

S15711P

Working Title:

Graphic Designer

Department:

Athletics-Creative Services

About the University of Georgia:

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Ability to work nontraditional hours to include some nights and weekends

Advertised Salary:

$45,000 - $50,000

Posting Date:

09/04/2026

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

10/01/2026

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title:

Graphic Designer I

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Position Summary:

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, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• 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.

Physical Demands:

• 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 elevate 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

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

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

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

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. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• 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.

Percentage of time:

50

Duties/Responsibilities:

• 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.

Percentage of time:

20

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage the tone, voice and messaging of the UGA Athletic departmental social media accounts as assigned.
• Assist in the management and development of student staff.
• Game day duties as assigned.

Percentage of time:

20

Duties/Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time:

10

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Chad Morehead

Recruitment Contact Email:

[e-mail]