Description
Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director for Branding & Digital Strategy, the Director of Graphic Design will provide oversight of all graphics produced by Temple Athletics across all platforms. Incumbent will elevate the Temple Athletics brand in the digital space through compelling graphic design while collaborating with Temple Athletics external staff to fulfill production requests and assist in building high quality graphics for social media to engage the Athletics social media fan base. The Director of Graphic Design will also perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related creative field and at least three (3) years’ experience working in graphics design. Experience implementing branding and marketing online campaigns. Strong knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

Required Skills & Abilities:
* Proven graphic design technical abilities with a strong understanding of layout, color theory and typography in both print and digital media.
* Demonstrated creative mindset with a passion about excellent creative execution.
* Strong design style, including creative design solutions.
* Ability to take constructive input/critique from others.
* Understanding of college athletics, social media, and fast-paced environment.
* Ability to manage multiple collaborative projects and systems in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to work independently and as a team player.
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently and efficiently.
* Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
* Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects with competing deadlines.
* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Strong integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference and University rules.

Preferred:
* Masters Degree
* Motion graphics/photography experience
* Experience with social media communications in a collegiate environment.

Please note this position will temporarily work remotely, the duration of remote work will be at the discretion of Temple University and the department.

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-STAR Aramark Building 1816 N. 15th Street
Job: Staff
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular