Digital Content Coordinator, Photo

100504BR

Campus: Tempe

CDR SDA Admin

Job Description

Sun Devil Athletics seeks a Digital Content Coordinator, Photo who, under administrative direction will provide a variety of services to the department, predominantly in photography. This position will primarily focus on producing content for the team’s official social media platforms and athletics website. Adheres to NCAA and Conference rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the Sun Devil Athletics, Arizona State University, and the Arizona Board of Regents.

Job Family

Athletics Administration

Department Name

SDA Digital Media & Comms

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$42,419 - $50,000 per year; DOE

Essential Duties

• Conceptualize, produce, shoot and edit content for all 26 varsity sports and Sun Devil Club for official department websites and social channels.
• Serve as photographer for various events as needed including but not limited to community/grassroots events, games and events, team recruiting visits, member/partner events and internal staff events.
• Work closely with Media Relations, Marketing, Sponsorship and Game Entertainment staff departments to constantly develop new ideas for organic, non-promotional content.
• Mentor assigned student interns. 
• Develop a high-level of brand expertise about ASU's family of brands and implements the established creative direction and standards into their daily work.
• Develop and produce predetermined & approved Sun Devil Athletic sponsor related content.
• Proactively produce content for all mediums independently as well as collaboratively.
• Coordinate archiving and sharing of digital photo assets for departmental usage.
• Optimize content for native social media consumption.
• Publish content in content management system.
• Understand and analyze key metrics to inform content decisions and make changes when necessary
• Utilize digital platforms to create a deeper connection with recruits and the fan base through storytelling and visualizations
• Collaborate with other departments to leverage multimedia content to achieve their goals

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of experience in the program of assignment; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Suite.
• Experience in producing content from start to finish under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of video codes and formats a plus.
• Experience in meeting deadlines, work in team-oriented and fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Sun Devil Athletics is a plus.
• Experience in being creative with a propensity to push the envelope to new and upcoming trend.
• Experience in work that requires organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and reliable to cover assigned tasks.
• Experience working with high profile coaches/athletes an asset.
• The aptitude to keep confidential and sensitive information close.
• Evidence of a winning, team oriented, passionate attitude with a strong sense of urgency.
• A natural storyteller, the ability to create engaging and thoughtful content via different mediums.

Working Environment

• Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to have flexible work schedule; may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• May be required to travel on occasion.
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to:  computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.

Department Statement

The Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) programs are elite, high profile Division I programs. By definition, Division I programs are the "best of the best" and the ladder by which athletes ascend to the world of professional sports and international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Cup. Moreover, Arizona State University and SDA compete in the Pac-12 conference. 

The vision of SDA is to be a comprehensive perennial top ten NCAA Division I athletics program that empowers Sun Devils to maximize human potential and make a positive impact on our university, community and the world.

The mission of SDA is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university. SDA promotes identity, inclusion and expression to build a strong Sun Devil Community reflective of ASU’s charter.

SDA affirms ASU’s commitment to equal employment and is fully committed to the principles of student-athlete welfare, institutional control, gender equity and inclusion, diversity, and sportsmanship. This commitment includes creating an environment where student-athletes contribute to a winning tradition while enhancing the campus and local community and competing in a program having integrity and high ethical standards. SDA is committed to a leadership role within the university, community, and the nation. 

SDA is committed to recruit, retain and develop a gender equitable, inclusive workforce.

ASU offers up to 24 hours of professional development opportunities per year and a competitive benefits package, which includes paid vacation and holidays, health insurance, free mental health resources, employee discounts and more. In particular, ASU offers a generous tuition discount for employees, their spouses, dependents and retirees. Working in SDA also provides unique access to sporting events and athletic-related discounts.

For more information on ASU benefits, please visit http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefitsenrollment .

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following:

Cover letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references (personal references are not accepted)

Please include all employment information in month and year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.