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Director of Creative Services

University of California, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

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Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number NC1612025

Working Title

Working Title Director of Creative Services

Department Org

Department Org 150000 - Office-Director of Athletics

Why should you work at UCA?

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

Position Summary

The Director of Creative Services reports to the Assistant Athletic Director for Media Relations and serves as a member of the department staff that is committed to excellence and advancing the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics through its strategic plan and vision.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Work with Assistant AD for Media Relations to direct all creative and innovative initiatives and content ensuring that the athletic and academic success of Central Arkansas Athletics and the Central Arkansas Athletics brand are widely recognized and appropriately utilized.

Supervising the creation of various department marketing materials including, but not limited to, digital content, print materials, promotional and highlight videos, and other creative content.

Maintain positive relationships with various members of the media covering Central Arkansas Athletics.

Identify and keep up to date with trends in the evolving world of sports content creation and distribution.

Maintain positive relationships and work closely with the Media Relations and External Relations teams to enhance and achieve departmental marketing and branding objectives to promote our department, student-athletes, coaches, and programs.

Provide direction for the Creative Services division, including extra help employees and student-workers who assist in the production of creative content; and assist with sports game day operations.

Comply with all NCAA , Atlantic Sun Conference, United Athletic Conference and institutional rules and regulations.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong interpersonal, writing, communication, problem solving, graphic design (still and motion), and emotional skills

Skills Considered Essential for Success

-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education. -Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures. -Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. -Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team. -Ability to make sound judgments. -Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities. -Civility in all interactions. -Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

Experience with and knowledge of various computer-based software for, but not limited to, content development and management (i.e. Adobe, Daktronics, or similar equipment experience)

Bachelor’s degree required, with applicable experience in creative services, video services, digital photography, or a related field

Nights, weekends, and ability to travel are essential

Preferred Education and/or Experience

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.

Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Desired start date 02/01/2026

Position Summary and Qualifications

License(s)/Certifications

Physical Demands Checklist

Physical Demands Checklist Sitting, Kneeling, Standing, Lifting/Carrying, Walking

Physical Exertion

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date

Open Date 12/17/2025

Close Date

Close Date 01/29/2026

Open Until Filled No

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