Creative Director - Web jobs in Utica, NY

Requisition Number: 2023S023Posting
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Division: Office of University Communications and Events
Department: Office of University Communications

Department Statement:
Colgate Athletics Mission:To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence and adhere to our values:

• Thoughtful - Careful, reasoned, inclusive thinking
• Driven - Relentless, energetic, focused pursuit of a courageous goal
• Enthusiastic - Passionate, positive, fun presence
• Cohesive - Close-knit, collaborative, consistent teamwork
• Bold - Creative, resourceful, fearless winners

Accountabilities:
The Colgate University Associate Director of Creative Services and Multimedia is responsible for the creation and effective execution of overall creative services, multimedia and video production strategy across all aspects of the athletics department, including the supervision of all operational aspects of produced on-demand video content, game day video streaming, and in-game video production. To include:

• Oversight of game day video streaming and in-game production for all streamed sports.
• Oversight of video board production and the implementation of on-demand content.
• Responsible for effective management and training of staff and camera operators.
• Ensure compliance with outlined ESPN broadcast standards.

Responsible for supervision of all operational aspects of multimedia. To include:

• The planning and production of original video content in support of the athletics department, 25 athletic programs, and its strategic initiatives.
• The creation, oversight, and implementation of a content production and release schedule of original video content.
• Oversight of graphic design initiatives and shaping the department's social media strategy, both for department and athletic team operated channels, within Colgate's Athletics identity guidelines.
• Providing effective video production guidance to special events as needed (e.g.
• Colgate Hall of Honor induction, end-of-season Golden 'Gates all-sports celebration,
• National Girls and Women in Sports Day, community engagement events and initiatives).
• Budget oversight in assigned areas.

Supervision and management of the Multimedia and Creative Services Assistant. To include:

• Provision of fair and accurate input to Director of Athletic Communications and Creative Services regarding employment status (hire, promotion, salary increases, termination).
• Oversight of job performance, development and continued professional growth of direct reports.

Maintain personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies to include:

• NCAA
• Specific conference
• Athletic department
• University policies

Responsible for supporting the vision for the Division of Physical Education, Recreationand Athletics, to be an inclusive community of competitive excellence, and fordemonstrating the division's core values in all interactions.

Professional Experience/Qualifications
Demonstrated expertise with specialized software and hardware within video production, graphic design, and social media including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, etc.) Final Cut Pro, TriCaster, and BlackMagic.
Preferred Qualifications
Two to four years of relevant experience.
Prior experience with managing social media.

Education
A bachelors degree is required.

Other Information
Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within their realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which they are aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause.

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday with an expectation to work weekends frequently.

Job Open Date:
03/23/2023

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement
It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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The Campus Safety Department will provide upon request a copy of Colgates Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. To obtain a copy, contact the Campus Safety Compliance Manager via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.