Director, Creative Content

Director, Creative Content (VB)

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a qualified Director of Creative Content for Volleyball. This position is responsible for assisting with the development, management, and promotion of Pitt Volleyball through social media accounts; working closely with Communications on developing and implementing the social media plan for the program; coordinating with Content Strategy; lead photography and videography efforts for Pitt Volleyball; and developing and coordinating a plan, including presentations, for Volleyball recruiting initiatives; recruit, lead, and develop a student intern program to assist with creative content. The individual also will assist with all campus recruiting activities for Volleyball and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Summary

Assists with developing, implementing, and management of an overall social media plan for recruitment and promotion of Department of Athletics. Develops, collaborates on, and coordinates video productions, creative content, and social media graphics. Assists with all on-campus recruiting efforts.

Essential Functions

Work closely with the coaching staff as well as Communications on developing and implementing a social media plan for Volleyball including a plan to utilize various social media outlets advantageously to the recruiting efforts of the program. This includes overall program brand on social media platforms (X, Instagram, and TikTok). Responsible for designing and developing creative content for the Pitt Volleyball program in conjunction with the external relations and coaching staff. The content produced will also be used in advertising campaigns (commercials, website, social media, etc.). Must generate new and creative ideas while staying consistent with the Pitt Volleyball brand. Create graphics to enhance the program’s recruiting efforts and overall brand development on all platforms. Develop visual and creative materials and content for recruiting activities. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. May need to lift equipment, mail, or supplies up to 50 pounds. Required to be mobile for long periods of time, especially on gamedays.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff Athletics Creative Content Manager

Job Family

Athletics

Job Sub-Family

Athletics Administration

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required

3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; Photography; Videography; all social media platforms; and NCAA and ACC rules and regulations. An equivalent combination of work experience and high level playing experience may be substituted at the discretion of the University.

Work Schedule

Varies

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check.

Child Protection Clearances

Not Applicable

Required Documents

Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable