Trademark Licensing and Branding Specialist

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

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About The Position

Summary Iowa State University’s Trademark Licensing Office is seeking a full-time Trademark Licensing and Branding Specialist. We are looking for a self-motivated, results-oriented professional with knowledge of the licensing landscape to help manage and grow the university’s licensing program. This position provides the opportunity to work closely with university licensees, retailers, campus units and departments, and student organizations to ensure proper trademark use, maintain brand consistency, and support compliance with institutional guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in trademark licensing, including brand compliance and usage guidelines
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Business, or a related field
• Experience working within a higher education and collegiate athletics environments
• Demonstrated experience in brand development, management, or strategic branding initiatives
• Experience in graphic design with a focus on branding and visual identity standards

Responsibilities

• Supports the Director of Trademark Licensing in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the department’s strategic licensing plan.
• Collaborate with the Director in the interpretation and implementation of the program policy, guidelines, and procedures.
• Serves as the primary branding contact for review of trademark usage requests by university departments and student organizations
• Coordinates the internal and external artwork approval process through the contracted licensing agencies and the University’s respective platforms.
• With the Director, manages the University Crafter program through the Community Connect platform.
• Presents licensing, branding, and trademark information at training programs for university departments and student organizations as required.
• Implements graphic design skills to support retailers, licensees, departments on campus, and the Licensing department
• Travels to licensing association convention and symposium for professional development, as well as meetings and seminars led by licensees.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees