Assistant/Associate Director of Creative Design

Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking a dynamic, cutting-edge creative professional to work with its Strategic Communications department as an Assistant/Associate Director of Creative Design. The individual will be involved in a variety of facets of Penn State's highly successful 31-sport varsity athletic department and will produce high-level designs elevating the brand’s profile as well as that of its student-athletes.

About the role

The individual would primarily design for Penn State Men’s Hockey, Women’s Basketball, Baseball, Field Hockey, Fencing, Men’s/Women’s Golf, and Men’s/Women’s Gymnastics.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Creative Services staff to produce original and creative designs (social media, web, print, and facilities) to fulfill the design needs of supporting department units, including Strategic Communications, Marketing, Compliance, and Ticketing.
• Expedite, organize, and track a large and varying workflow involving multiple deadlines for both external and internal clients.
• Archive and organize files, projects, and art.
• Fulfill multiple design requests.
• Assist in editing digital photography.
• Assist in the planning and execution of photo shoots.

Requirements

• Expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, and After Effects.
• Experience supervising and managing a student intern program.
• Photography experience, both in-game and studio lighting.
• Some night and weekend work, including the possibility of working home football games.

Qualifications

If filled as Graphic Design Specialist - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:

• Associate Degree.
• 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

If filled as Graphic Design Specialist - Advanced Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $86,400.00.

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.