Assistant Director of Creative Media / Football

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

The Assistant Director of Creative Media / Football will collaborate in the creation of
unique content and branding for the Virginia Tech Football program. This role partners in creating high-impact recruiting visuals and dynamic social media content designed to
engage prospective student-athletes and elevate the Virginia Tech Football brand. Collaborating closely with the Director and Senior Director of Football Creative Media, the Assistant Director helps execute a strategic communication plan that enhances recruiting efforts and strengthens the Football program’s digital presence. Will demonstrate appropriate knowledge of NCAA rules & regulations pertaining to recruiting & social media. Will supervise & train creative media student interns. This position will report to the Sr. Director of Creative Media /Football.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field with relevant experience, or a master's degree.
Experience with Adobe products including Photoshop and Illustrator.
Previous experience working directly in a recruiting department and managing day to day creative materials.
Experience organizing and executing photo shoots for prospective student athletes.
Working knowledge of NCAA compliance relative to recruiting materials.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience photographing and/or filming football practices, games, and other events and producing videos through Adobe Premiere Pro and content through Adobe Lightroom.
Experience in a NCAA Division I Football program.
Supervisory experience overseeing interns, students, and volunteers with creating recruiting graphics, videos, and creative materials.

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience.

Hours per week

40+. Nights and weekends as needed.

Review Date

6/3/2026

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a