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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4630P

Home Org Name

War Eagle Creative

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Athletics Creative Video Director

Job Class Code

BA94

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Lead the Story. Inspire the Spirit. Shape the Legacy.

The **Director of Athletics Creative Video** is a key member of the **War Eagle Creative Video** team, responsible for producing high-level video content for assigned sport(s) while managing the department’s student intern and graduate assistant program. This role is ideal for a **creative storyteller** who thrives in a fast-paced athletic environment and is passionate about **mentorship and leadership development** .

As a driving force behind Auburn’s visual identity, the director will craft compelling video narratives that energize fans, elevate the student-athlete experience, and amplify the Auburn Athletics brand. Through hands-on production and structured oversight of student contributors, this position offers a unique opportunity to **shape the legacy** of Auburn Athletics through innovative and inspiring video work.

Essential Functions

+ Serves as the primary video content creator for one assigned sport, producing year-round content for recruiting, social media, in-venue displays, and fan engagement.

+ Develops and execute a creative strategy in collaboration with the Fan Experience, Communications, and Digital Marketing teams.

+ Leads the recruitment, scheduling, and oversight of undergraduate interns and graduate assistants within the creative video program.

+ Provides hands-on mentorship and feedback to student creatives, supporting their growth in production and storytelling.

+ Oversees student project assignments, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to departmental standards.

+ Collaborates with and situationally leads full-time staff on multi-sport or department-wide initiatives requiring additional creative support.

+ Assists the Assistant AD of Creative Video in ensuring all video content adheres to Auburn Athletics’ brand identity and production values.

+ Maintains awareness of emerging trends in creative video, social media, and digital storytelling to inform and evolve content strategies.

+ Assists in managing department organization of equipment, file storage, and media asset workflows.

+ Acts as the primary liaison between War Eagle Creative Video and War Eagle Productions (WEP ), ensuring alignment on resources, timelines, and shared creative priorities.

+ Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA ) and Southeastern Conference (SEC ) regulations in the performance of job duties.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Work at Auburn?

+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

+ **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree

+ 5 years of experience in television or video production services

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

+ Proficiency in video editing and post-production, with expert-level skill in Adobe Premiere Pro and working familiarity with After Effects, Photoshop, and related Creative Cloud applications.

+ Demonstrated experience in camera operation, including mirrorless/cinema cameras, with

+ foundational knowledge of lighting, audio, and composition principles.

+ Strong visual storytelling ability with an understanding of pacing, mood, and narrative structure in sports-specific content.

+ Prior experience producing video content in a collegiate or professional athletics environment, with familiarity in both team brand-building and recruiting media.

+ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

+ Understanding of social media platforms and content strategy, particularly related to short-form video and audience engagement.

+ Experience working in cross-functional creative teams, including positive collaboration with

+ communications, marketing, and live production units.

+ Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail in asset management, workflow, and content delivery.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$52,710 - $89,610

Job Category

Athletics Support

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

07/30/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55055

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents