Athletics Graphic Designer

CU Boulder Athletics encourages applications for a Graphic Designer! This role creates innovative and visually impactful designs and photography for assigned sports and departmental projects. Working closely with the Assistant Athletic Director, Creative and creative team, this position develops and delivers creative concepts from inception through final delivery while managing multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables. Alongside the Assistant AD, Creative, this position is responsible for the conceptualization, design and production of communication and marketing materials for their assigned sports and projects;

including but not limited to: print collateral, signage, advertising, photography, environmental graphics, motion and digital graphics. In partnership with the Assistant AD, Creative and three other athletic department graphic designers, this position helps build, maintain, and evolve a cohesive, recognizable University of Colorado Athletics brand by producing creative work that reflects the department's visual identity and strategic goals.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

• Develop creative concepts and produce high-quality graphic design projects for assigned sports and departmental initiatives from concept through final delivery.
• Create effective design pieces to support CU Athletic departments/teams to include but not limited to: social media graphics, website ads, internal and external emails, motion graphics (gifs), print collateral, logos, flyers, posters, tshirts, presentations, vehicle and wall wraps, promotional items, print ads, billboards, etc.
• Ensure all digital and printed materials are consistent with the Athletic Department brand and graphic standards using approved elements and assets. Properly prepare and prep (for print or web) all offset and digital print jobs using bleeds, CMYK or RGB images, approved fonts, process and Pantone colors.
• Work with internal and external departments/vendors to ensure standards of excellence are met (i.e. quality, content, pricing and turnaround).
• Maintain regular communication with the Assistant AD, Creative and requesting individuals regarding project status, priorities, and timelines.

• Capture, edit, and deliver high-quality photography supporting assigned sports and departmental initiatives.
• Photograph recruiting visits, game days, student-athlete content days, NIL initiatives, special events, and other departmental needs.
• Edit, archive, keyword, and organize photography assets for future use while maintaining consistent visual standards.

• Collaborate with Creative staff, Communications, Marketing, Buff Vision, and student designers to develop creative concepts and maintain a cohesive visual identity.
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned sports and projects; work with staff members on creative jobs, proactively discuss scope and expectations of each project, and communicate with these internal customers on the status of their…