"Assistant Director, Athletics Graphic Design & Branding"

Job Details

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4771P

Home Org Name
War Eagle Creative

Division Name
Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title
Assistant Director, Athletics Graphic Design & Branding

Job Class Code
BB38

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE
1

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Design the identity. Shape the legacy. Build the brand of Auburn Athletics.

The individual in this position will create and maintain the visual brand of Auburn University Athletic Department by contributing to the creation of individual sport and departmental design projects.

Essential Functions

• Contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy.
• Assists in the creation of brand-compliant design projects including, but not limited to, graphics for social media and videoboard, marketing collateral, recruiting pieces, publications, and small and large-scale print pieces.
• Assists in maintaining the core brand identity system (logos, colors, etc.) through brand standards education and standards compliance enforcement.
• Assists with overarching sports marketing, communication, and public relations campaigns.
• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
• May be required to work nights and weekends as needed.
• May perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field, AND 1 year of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding OR
• Associate’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field, AND 3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding OR
• High school diploma AND 5 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), new media, social media, and networking.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$43,190-$64,790

Job Category
Athletics Support

Working Hours if Non-Traditional
7:45a - 4:45p, M-F, nights and weekends as needed

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
09/19/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56053

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee
3. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have at least one year of experience in graphic design, messaging, and branding?
   • Yes
   • No