Graphic Designer/Content Creator

The Graphic Designer/Content Creator requires strong and versatile creative talent, relying on their own creative ability to enhance and produce creative graphic content. This position is responsible for creating engaging visual content, from concept to production, for Kansas Athletics. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can seamlessly blend design, photography, and videography to produce compelling visual content.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design high-quality graphics for digital, social, and print platforms.
• Create engaging visual content that aligns with brand identity.
• Capture and produce photo and video content for various platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to bring creative concepts to life.
• Edit and deliver content on tight deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with an emphasis on Photoshop and Illustrator
• Working knowledge of videography, including shooting and editing
• Experience with Sony camera systems (preferred)
• Proven experience working in a fast-paced production environment 
• Solid understanding of composition, lighting, and storytelling
• Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to turn around high-quality graphics quickly under tight deadlines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends in support of events and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an athletics environment
• Motion graphics or animation experience
• Social media content strategy knowledge

About Kansas Athletics

Kansas Athletics, Inc. is a not for profit corporation which was organized in 1925 to foster development of intercollegiate athletics in conjunction with the educational activities of the University of Kansas. Kansas Athletics operates the varsity intercollegiate athletic programs (18 men's and women's intercollegiate teams) of the University of Kansas in facilities owned by the State of Kansas. A major comprehensive research and teaching university with an enrollment of approximately 27,000, the University provides outstanding excellence in education and research.Kansas Athletics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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