Creative Graphic Designer-Athletics

Boston College • Newton, MA

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About The Position

Boston College is seeking a Creative Graphic Designer for the Boston College Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. Reporting to the Associate AD, Marketing & Fan Engagement, this position is responsible for the creative utilized for recruiting, visual, print and digital initiatives of the athletics program through the design and layout of various creative elements, including but not limited to recruiting graphics, brochures, traditional and digital ads, social media graphics, website graphics, camp materials and official and unofficial visit materials. This role provides much-needed creative design content for Boston College’s athletics programs and social media channels.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, video production, journalism, public relations, communications, sports management or related field.
• Requires 1-5 years of experience in working in a college athletic department or professional sports team in creative graphic design.
• Experience in EFP/remote sports production, including equipment setup.
• Experience in producing sporting events and production experience for feature videos required.
• Experience with a sports team
• Advanced knowledge of non-linear editing (Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro preferred)
• Experience with DSLR and Cinema-style cameras
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Ability to handle multiple projects at a time with tight deadlines
• Be creative, innovated and original
• Pays attention to detail
• Ability to work in independently and in groups is a must
• Ability to work long hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Concept, design and produce traditional, digital and video graphic materials
• Collaborate with communications, marketing and creative services departments to ensure synergy between all parties.
• Assist digital and communication departments with editing, developing, creating and implementing social media campaigns throughout the year
• Coordinate, design, implement and execute photo shoots for prospective student-athletes
• Work with outside graphic and print vendors when necessary.
• Recruit, train and oversee group of creative/ graphic design student workers
• Help develop, implement and manage the athletic program’s digital brand, ensuring all digital elements have a consistent look and feel, from visual imagery to content tone and cadence.
• Ensure that visual content is delivered to clients at sufficiently high speed and quality.
• Working knowledge of and adherence to all University, ACC and NCAA rules and regulations
• Follow established departmental policies and procedures for procurement of goods and services.
• Ability to work events, nights, weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for Employees
• Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Low-Cost Life Insurance
• Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees