Creative Content Manager Jobs

Position Summary

The Creative Content Manager will be responsible for developing and executing compelling content strategies for the athletic department with a focus on men's and women's basketball teams. This position will work closely with the coaching staff, players, and other team members to create engaging content for various platforms, including social media, marketing materials, and recruiting efforts.

Requirements

• Creative thinking and ability to generate fresh ideas for content creation.
• Excellent photography and videography skills, with a keen eye for capturing compelling moments and storytelling.
• Skills;
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality content that aligns with the team's branding.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with the coaching staff, players, and other team members.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and game days, as required by team events and content needs.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and their best practices for content engagement.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Knowledge of basketball and familiarity with the game's terminology, culture, and nuances.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in video editing software and graphic design tools.
• No experience required

Essential Functions

• Recommends integrated marketing plans / programs and strategies to meet business objectives
• Assesses market opportunities and track market trends
• Guides event planning and execution as needed to support marketing objectives
• Assists in vendor management on specific projects
• Performs all other duties as assigned
• Recommends marketing improvements based on findings
• Writes, designs, and coordinates the production of communication and marketing materials
• Conducts market research and analysis used to inform decisions regarding strategic marketing direction, product segmentation and customer targeting
• Develops the communication and brand strategy for individual program(s)

Additional Functions

• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to ensure content aligns with broader departmental initiatives and campaigns.
• Capture high-quality photos and videos of practices, games, and events to be used in various content initiatives.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and best practices in sports content creation, social media, and digital marketing.
• Collaborate with the coaching staff and players to understand their vision and objectives for content creation, ensuring alignment with the team's branding and messaging.
• Track and analyze the performance of content across different channels, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.
• Team travel as necessary
• Assist with creating marketing and communications graphics for weekly awards, specific team milestones, statistical highlights, birthday and holiday graphics.
• Provide comprehensive coverage of team events, practices, designated travel experiences, and other behind-the-scenes content for both men's and women's basketball teams.
• Maintain a consistent and professional visual aesthetic across all content platforms, ensuring adherence to the team's brand guidelines.
• Develop and implement content plans and strategies for the basketball teams' social media accounts throughout the year.
• Edit and produce creative and engaging videos that showcase the team's talent, culture, and behind-the-scenes moments.
• Assist with creative projects within the athletics department as requested.
• Handle all recruiting content for campus visits, photoshoots, and collateral for graphics and video outreach requested by the coaching staff.

Workplace Requirements

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