The University of Tennessee
Graphic Designer (Football) - UTK Athletics
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
Job Description
Serves as graphic designer for the University of Tennessee Football program, focused primarily on the generation and publishing of digital content for both external audiences and prospective student-athletes. Executes tasks as assigned by the Director of Football Social Media & Creative Strategy. Works within and abides by NCAA compliance rules.
Responsibilities
Strategize and design visual content, specifically graphics and edits for prospective student-athletes as assigned by the director of content. Emphasis on social graphic creation as well as recruiting mailers, in addition to building content for current student-athletes to promote Tennessee football. Must apply strong multi-tasking and creative skills with advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite. Design creative elements for PowerPoint presentations and recruiting official and unofficial visits for the coaching/recruiting staffs. Assist the Director of Football Social Media & Creative Strategy in photoshoots and capturing content at recruiting official and unofficial visits. Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree Experience:
Previous graphic design experience working with a Division I or professional sports team. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Strong creative, multi-tasking and collaborative skills. Certain technical knowledge is required, including proficiency in social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, as well as extensive experience with software such as the Adobe Creative Suite. Ability to work within and abide by NCAA, SEC and institutional compliance rules. Ability to monitor and recognize current trends in digital and social media and identify best practices to assist the football program. Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Experience working directly in a FBS football program recruiting department and/or creative team. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to create compelling and engaging social and digital content, specifically for prospective student-athletes. Ability to productively collaborate and communicate with the football external team.
Work Location
Knoxville, TN Onsite
About Tennessee Athletics
Tennessee Athletics Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission:
To lead the way forward in all aspects of college sports
Vision:
Deliver an unparalleled student-athlete experience fueled by the relentless pursuit of comprehensive excellence; be bold and innovative in our approach to recruiting and developing well-rounded graduates, championship-driven competitors and world-changing leaders.
Core Values:
Vols lead through... » Academic Success » Inclusive Preeminence » Honesty and Integrity » Competitive Excellence » Holistic Health and Well-Being » The Power of Vol Nation
About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!
Serves as graphic designer for the University of Tennessee Football program, focused primarily on the generation and publishing of digital content for both external audiences and prospective student-athletes. Executes tasks as assigned by the Director of Football Social Media & Creative Strategy. Works within and abides by NCAA compliance rules.
Responsibilities
Strategize and design visual content, specifically graphics and edits for prospective student-athletes as assigned by the director of content. Emphasis on social graphic creation as well as recruiting mailers, in addition to building content for current student-athletes to promote Tennessee football. Must apply strong multi-tasking and creative skills with advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite. Design creative elements for PowerPoint presentations and recruiting official and unofficial visits for the coaching/recruiting staffs. Assist the Director of Football Social Media & Creative Strategy in photoshoots and capturing content at recruiting official and unofficial visits. Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree Experience:
Previous graphic design experience working with a Division I or professional sports team. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Strong creative, multi-tasking and collaborative skills. Certain technical knowledge is required, including proficiency in social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, as well as extensive experience with software such as the Adobe Creative Suite. Ability to work within and abide by NCAA, SEC and institutional compliance rules. Ability to monitor and recognize current trends in digital and social media and identify best practices to assist the football program. Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Experience working directly in a FBS football program recruiting department and/or creative team. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to create compelling and engaging social and digital content, specifically for prospective student-athletes. Ability to productively collaborate and communicate with the football external team.
Work Location
Knoxville, TN Onsite
About Tennessee Athletics
Tennessee Athletics Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission:
To lead the way forward in all aspects of college sports
Vision:
Deliver an unparalleled student-athlete experience fueled by the relentless pursuit of comprehensive excellence; be bold and innovative in our approach to recruiting and developing well-rounded graduates, championship-driven competitors and world-changing leaders.
Core Values:
Vols lead through... » Academic Success » Inclusive Preeminence » Honesty and Integrity » Competitive Excellence » Holistic Health and Well-Being » The Power of Vol Nation
About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!