Assistant Director, Creative Services

Supports Tulane athletic programs and external departments to promote and enhance, through graphic design, creative content and social media, the brand of the Tulane University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director for Creative Services, the Assistant Director of Creative Services (or Graphic Designer) will work closely with the external units to design digital assets that promote the Tulane University Athletic programs. The Graphic Designer will execute final concepts determined by collaborating with various departments. Daily projects will include designing content for social media platforms, in-house video board content, the official Tulane Athletics website, team posters, emails, brochures and all other marketing, strategic communication and creative collateral needed.

The successful candidate will elevate the Tulane athletic brand by creating compelling graphic designs that promote and highlight all the athletic programs and overall department.

The successful candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, a good communicator and possess the ability to handle numerous projects in a timely manner with the flexibility to adjust to unscheduled developments involving immediate attention. Must possess the knowledge of various graphic design tools and technology, while adapting to new technologies as appropriate.

• Proven graphic design technical abilities with a strong understanding of layout, color theory and typography in both print and digital media.

• Solid working knowledge of industry standard software and applications such as Adobe Creative Suite.

• Demonstrated creative mindset with a passion about excellent creative execution.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, and external vendors.

• Strong organizational, management and leadership skills

• Possess the ability to learn new technologies, techniques and solve problems quickly and completely.

• Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organizational ability.

• Knowledge of email services, ideally Adobe Campaign and Moveable Ink, or similar programs.

• Proven ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize assignments and meet deadlines

• Strong verbal communication and writing skills

• Availability to work flexible work schedule including nights and weekends

• Possible travel with sport teams for select away contests

• Thorough knowledge of NCAA and American conference rules and regulations

• Bachelor's Degree

• 1 year experience in graphic design or related field

• Professional experience in graphic design and demonstrated experience with the Adobe Creative Suite.

OR

• High School diploma/equivalent

• 7 years' experience in graphic design or related field

• Professional experience in graphic design and demonstrated experience with the Adobe Creative Suite.

• Master's Degree

• Previous experience at the NCAA DI level