Search #: 496273
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Marketing and Communication

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut Division of Athletics is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Director of Creative Content/Social Media Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the Director of Creative Content, in collaboration with coaching staffs, with the overall ideation, creative direction and production of engaging digital content across multiple mediums, with a focus on the @UConnHuskies and several sports-specific social media platforms; lead and assist in developing and executing social media content strategies, guidelines and creative campaigns; serve as a content creator, with the ability to successfully contribute to the collaborative efforts of promoting Olympic sports, in conjunction with the Creative Team and multiple departments including Video Services, Marketing and Communications; provide real-time coverage at major UConn Athletics events; track platform-specific analytics and recommend content engagement and growth strategies; work under the leadership of the Director of Creative Content to help mentor student-athletes on the changing landscape of societal communications and the impact of social media on perceptions and reputations; other duties as assigned by the Director of Creative Content, the head coaches and the Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Strategic Communications and Creative Content.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization such as graphic design, digital media, marketing, journalism, communications, or another applicable area of study
• Two years of experience in social media strategy and execution
• Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability and willingness to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and travel
• Proficient experience in photography/videography and editing
• Proficient experience with Adobe Creative Suite

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two to four years of experience at an NCAA Division I institution
• Working knowledge of video production
• Advanced knowledge of social media insights and analytics
• Proven success in social media engagement growth
• Proficiency in graphic design
• Experience with web design including HTML and CSS
• One-year of experience in the area of on-campus recruiting at an NCAA Division I institution

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #496273 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on June 10, 2022.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Advertised: Jun 06 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 10 2022 Eastern Daylight Time