Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Creative Media and in conjunction with Football Recruiting, this position will deliver dynamic recruiting and social media content (specializing in graphic design) from concept to creation, while adhering to NCAA, Big Ten Conference, University and departmental rules and regulations.

Responsibilities:

Conceptualizes, plans, and executes digital and/or print design to support the strategic objectives of the institution; creates on-brand, compelling visual assets used to inform, educate, inspire, and/or persuade.

• 55% Creates, designs, and produces artwork per project specifications through various mediums
• 5% Analyzes and identifies cost effective options to meet project requirements
• 5% Schedules logistics, secures resources, organizes, and monitors art production projects adhering to established timelines and expectations
• 5% Answers questions and provides information and problem resolution options to clients and stakeholders
• 15% Applies creative expertise within established brand and style guidelines
• 15% Works collaboratively with other creative professionals, engages in and responds to creative feedback, manages project workflow and timing, maintains files, and follows established work unit processes

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Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
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Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications:

Required:
- 2 years of design experience in collegiate athletics or athletics-related industry
Knowledge and Skills:
-Understanding of University, Big Ten and NCAA rules and regulations.
-Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.
-Effective decision-making skills.
-Ability to formulate concepts to plan.
-Ability to develop and implement innovative approaches and solutions.
-Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and handle details efficiently.
-Ability to work effectively under pressure and tight timeframes.
-Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Ability to work with students, coaches, and administrators in a broad range of situations.
-Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel as needed.

Work Type:

Part Time: 50%
It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 12 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding.

Salary:

Minimum $42,600 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
This is a part time position, expected to work approximately 20 hours per week. The salary listed above is a full time equivalent rate, and actual minimum salary is $21,300 (or $20.48/hour).

Additional Information:

Conditions of Appointment: This is a part time (50% FTE) that is expected to work approximately 20 hours/week, with potential for up to 30 hours/week during peak season. This is a remote position, with travel to Madison, WI expected as business requires. Rate will be assigned within the appropriate range, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is also included. Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Unless confidentiality is requested in your online application, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

How to Apply:

To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by no later than 11:55 p.m. CST, on the assured consideration date. Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter addressing your qualifications and experiences specifically relating to the responsibilities of this position, a comprehensive resume, and contact information for at least three professional references. The hiring unit will notify finalists prior to any communication with these references.
Applicants selected to participate further in the selection process will be notified directly. All applicants will be notified once a final selection has been made and the search has been completed.

Contact:

Kayla Weisensel
kw4@athletics.wisc.edu608-262-6340
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Graphic Designer(CM017)

Department(s):

A42-INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS/FOOTBALL/FOOTBALL

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

296433-AS

 

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