Associate Director of Creative Services

Associate Director of Creative Services – Athletics Communication and Marketing

Miami University Athletics seeks an Associate Director of Creative Services to work within the Athletic Marketing and Fan Engagement unit to enhance and elevate the department’s graphic design execution while working within the Miami University and Miami Athletics brand standards. The role supports social media strategy and execution and builds the visual gameday experience through the development and execution of video board content and management.

• Coordinate the department’s graphic design needs for social media, print/digital materials, and video board elements.
• Work closely with the Assistant A.D. for Marketing & Fan Engagement and staff to develop the creative needs of Miami Athletics.
• Collaborate with University Communications & Marketing colleagues to act as an ambassador for the brand and visual storytelling.
• Assist with the department’s social media strategy, execution, and analytics.
• Oversee and develop student interns on graphic design, social media, and video board execution.
• Manage content and upload to assigned venue video boards, including in‑game operation of assigned video board(s).
• Perform additional responsibilities and duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in content creation and digital design.
• Previous experience as a content creator with an emphasis on graphic design, in an internship, student internship, or full‑time position.

• Prior experience in athletics, with collegiate athletics experience considered a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, After Effects), audio production software, Canva, and motion graphics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong attention to detail.
• Superior organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects.
• Self‑starter with ability to multi‑task in a high‑energy, fast‑paced environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to professionally communicate with all levels of staff, management, coaches, and players.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required, with flexibility to adjust schedule.

A criminal background check is required for this position.

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