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Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:College of Engineering Director of Communications
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Summary of Job Duties:The Creative and Visual Media Manager serves as the lead visual content producer for the College of Engineering. This position is responsible for establishing and stewarding the college's visual identity, directing the full spectrum of photo and video production, and overseeing graphic design output across all platforms and publications. The Creative and Visual Media Manager works closely with the Director and Associate Director of Marketing and Communications on ways to best produce visual media that represents the college's mission, values, and strategic priorities.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in communications, graphic design, film/video production, fine arts, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least five to seven years of progressive professional experience in creative or visual media
Experience managing photo and video production from concept through delivery
Experience managing brand identity systems and enforcing design standards in a complex organization
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education, research communications, or STEM-focused environments
Experience with motion graphics or animation
Experience with print production processes and vendor management
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of how visual identity builds trust, recognition, and reputational value
Proficiency in design, photography, and video production tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro
Ability to connect creative output to broader communication goals and audience engagement
Ability to maintain high standards of quality and consistency across all deliverables
Ability to translate institutional priorities into compelling, original visual storytelling
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in communications, graphic design, film/video production, fine arts, or a closely related field
- At least five to seven years of progressive professional experience in creative or visual media
- Experience managing photo and video production from concept through delivery
- Experience managing brand identity systems and enforcing design standards in a complex organization
- Proficiency in design, photography, and video production tools, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro
- Experience in higher education, research communications, or STEM-focused environments
- Experience with motion graphics or animation
- Experience with print production processes and vendor management
What We Do
The University of Arkansas System is a public higher-education system serving Arkansas through multiple campuses, a medical school, law schools, community colleges, and statewide research and extension units. It provides academic programs, professional training, agricultural and scientific research, and public-service outreach to support workforce development and community needs. The system coordinates educational resources, advances research, and expands access to learning and healthcare across the state.
