Creative Media Specialist

Creative Media Specialist

Department:
Nebraska Department of Athletics

Requisition Number: S_260360

Posting Open Date: 05/11/2026

Application Review Date: 05/19/2026 (submit before this date)

Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Posted Salary: $42,000 per year

Create visual content for print and digital applications. Responsibilities include collaborating with Communications staff to develop, maintain, and advance the athletics department brand identity across printed and digital publications such as social media channels, official athletics website, media guides, game programs, posters, tickets, and newsletters. Work with sports and communications staff to create digital content across a variety of platforms to advance the brand identity of the Nebraska Department of Athletics.

Collaborate with the Creative and Emerging Media Department as part of a team to develop and push the future brand of Nebraska.

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, journalism or related field plus one (1) year of experience with creative media execution across digital and social platforms; equivalent education/experience will be considered.
• Must be proficient in Adobe creative software including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro or related programs as well as working knowledge of social media websites.
• Must show knowledge and proficiency in cameras for both still and video.
• Proficiency in email, word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Applicants must supply a strong portfolio of previous work.

• Ideal candidate will have three (3) years’ experience with creative media execution across digital and social platforms.
• Previous experience in college athletics is preferred.
• Working knowledge of the Internet and associated technologies, including web design software, preferred.

Pre‑Placement Driving Record Review

Required:

No

Physical Requirement:
No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Required:

Yes (subject to DOT approved pre‑employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances)

Criminal History Background Check

Required:

Yes

Job Type: Full‑Time

Work Location:

Lincoln, NE

Job Category:
Managerial/Professional

Click "Apply for this Job" in the University of Nebraska‑Lincoln Employment Website. Attach resume, cover letter, portfolio, and list of references as separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

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