August 30, 2024

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls

FULL TIME

Athletics Creative Content Director

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Full Consideration Date:

09/13/24

Job Description:

Primary Function: Responsible for creating high quality digital content that reflects the mission, values and identity of the University of Northern Iowa Athletics Department; develops social media plan for all sponsored athletic programs; plans, produces and edits photo and video content for social media, website and other digital platforms, as well as in-game video boards; regularly attends home sporting events and some away events to capture photo and video content; manages and oversees all photo, video and graphic design interns; and builds impactful relationships with coaches and student-athletes to help elevate the UNI Athletics brand.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, electronic media, graphic design, broadcasting or related field plus at least one year of experience with video editing and working with social media outlets required. Student experience will be considered. Evening and weekend work along with occasional travel necessary. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Big XII Conference and the University of Northern Iowa. A successful candidate will have a passion for sports, be creative, organized, and able to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Position Details:

Job Category:

Professional & Scientific

Type of Position:

Regular

Service Schedule:

Calendar Year

Application Instructions:

Cover letter and resume required when applying.

Compensation:

Hourly Rate: $20.00 to commensurate (compensatory time or overtime eligible)

Pay Grade:

Pay Basis: Hourly

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The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, nearly 9,000 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres.

Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.