Asst Dir, Graphic Design - Recruiting/Internal

This position will create, collaborate on, and support the creation of internal-facing creative content for Utah's Football, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, and Gymnastics programs. The primary focus will be on team operations and recruiting initiatives, producing high-quality graphics and visual assets that support coaches, staff, and student-athletes while maintaining alignment with established program and athletics department branding. Reports to the Assistant A.D., Football Communications, with a collaborative relationship with Crimson Brand Partners (CBP) leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce graphics to support internal football, men's basketball, women's basketball, and gymnastics operations, including content for coaches, staff, and student-athletes.
• Fulfill day-to-day creative requests from recruiting, operations, strength & conditioning, nutrition, and other internal units.
• Create materials such as player graphics, practice content, internal presentations, and team-focused visuals.
• Assist in capturing and organizing team content during media days, practices, and team events.
• Develop and execute recruiting-related creative, including visit materials, personalized graphics, and on-campus content.
• Support recruiting events with real-time or rapid-turnaround design needs.
• Collaborate with recruiting staff to bring creative concepts to life within established brand guidelines.
• Maintain and update recruiting templates to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Execute creative projects across digital and print formats under the direction of Assistant A.D., Football Communications and CBP leadership.
• Maintain organized file structures, templates, and asset libraries for efficient workflow.
• Ensure all creative aligns with sport program and department brand standards.
• Assist with high-volume production needs, particularly during peak periods (season, recruiting cycles, events).
• Work closely with sport program staffs to prioritize and complete projects.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain strong communication while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Receive and implement feedback quickly and effectively.
• Participate in creative discussions and contribute ideas when appropriate.
• Assist with photography and content capture as needed.
• Support occasional overflow creative needs tied to broader athletics department initiatives.
• Stay current on design trends, particularly within college athletics and recruiting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Digital Media, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of basic design principles, typography, and layout.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and non-traditional hours, including game days and recruiting events.

Preferences

• Experience in athletics, sports, or a related creative environment (internships included).
• Familiarity with college football recruiting and creative trends.
• Basic knowledge of motion graphics (After Effects or similar).
• Photography and/or video editing experience.
• Understanding of NCAA rules and general athletics operations.

Please attach your portfolio. Full-time position located on campus.