Assistant Director, Creative Services - 005298 Job at University of South Alabam

Posting Details

Position Number: 005298

Position Title: Assistant Director, Creative Services - 005298

Division: Marketing and Communications

Department: 100200 - Marketing and Communications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and five years of experience in graphic design/visual communication and art direction. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.

Job Description Summary: The University of South Alabama's Marketing and Communications department is seeking to hire an Assistant Director, Creative Services. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Directs, designs, produces and oversees the printing of various campus communications, including collaborating with the team on editorial concepts, design concepts, creation of final layout, and assigning and scheduling photographers.
• Collaborates with campus offices and division staff members to develop, design, and produce publications and printed materials that communicate the activities of campus clients.
• Exercises independent design judgement to ensure that University marketing and communications materials include content and communications deemed important by campus leadership and meet best-practice standards for professional design.
• Reviews logo and color usage for compliance with overall marketing and branding guidelines.
• Evaluates content, design, and photography of all University marketing and communications to ensure consistent quality and integrity of communications.
• Manages relationships with printers regarding billing, scheduling, and specifications.
• Works directly with vendors on all phases of the process, from bidding to final production.
• Checks proofs, evaluates color corrections and attends press checks (when appropriate).
• Collaborates with the Director of Creative Services to develop best practice strategies for creation and design of marketing materials, advertising, print publications, signage, branding materials and electronic communications.
• Helps manage one graphic designer, student workers, and freelancers, ensuring their contributions meet project objectives, quality standards, branding guidelines, and deadlines.
• Collaborates with the University photographer and videographer as well as freelance photographers on projects.
• Provides photography services when appropriate and/or necessary.
• Collaborates with preferred print vendors, providing guidance and direction of all University print, electronic and visual identity materials.
• Collaborates with vendors, photographers, designers, and other creative services to ensure quality and timely production of all print, advertising, and multimedia materials.
• Reviews and approves proofs of printed copy, art, and other communications and marketing materials developed by staff members.
• Helps manage the licensing portal (Affinity), approving or rejecting designs designs submitted by external vendors for production.
• Acts as liaison for the creative team on Week of Welcome and Homecoming committees.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 10/22/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Working Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Location: Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time: Full Time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must submit a digital portfolio demonstrating a strong sense of visual storytelling, brand consistency and collaboration. Work samples should showcase a range of projects that highlight your ability to develop and execute integrated campaigns across print, digital, and social media platforms. Please include at least 58 examples of recent, relevant work, and clearly indicate your specific role in each project.

Supplemental Questions

1. Are you at least 18 years of age?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
3. The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
   • Yes
   • No
4. What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • Less than High School
   • High School Diploma or equivalent
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
5. How many years of related experience do you have?
   • Less than 1 year
   • Between 1 - 3 years
   • Between 3 - 5 years
   • Between 5 - 7 years
   • More than 7 years
6. How did you hear about this position?
   • USA website
   • LinkedIn
   • Zip Recruiter
   • Indeed
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
   • Facebook
   • Word of mouth
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Portfolio

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

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