Athletics Graphic Designer

Job Summary

CU Boulder Athletics encourages applications for a Graphic Designer! This role creates innovative and visually impactfuldesigns and photography for assigned sports and departmentalprojects. Working closely with the Assistant Athletic Director,Creative and creative team, this position develops and deliverscreative concepts from inception through final delivery while managing multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables. Alongsidethe 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 workthat 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 shallinclude adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’sMission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well asthe 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 aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to theprestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the onlymember 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 outstandingconnections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado andaround 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 Athleticdepartments/teams to include but not limited to: social mediagraphics, website ads, internal and external emails, motion graphics (gifs), print collateral, logos, flyers, posters, tshirts,presentations, vehicle and wall wraps, promotional items, printads, billboards, etc.
• Ensure all digital and printed materials are consistent withthe Athletic Department brand and graphic standards using approvedelements 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 andturnaround).
• Maintain regular communication with the Assistant AD, Creative and requesting individuals regarding project status, priorities,and timelines.

• Capture, edit, and deliver high-quality photography supportingassigned sports and departmental initiatives.
• Photograph recruiting visits, game days, student-athletecontent days, NIL initiatives, special events, and other departmental needs.
• Edit, archive, keyword, and organize photography assets forfuture 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 scopeand expectations of each project, and communicate with theseinternal customers on the status of their projects through completion.
• Coordinate with…