Associate Director, Creative Professions & Strategic Initiatives

Reporting to the Director Employer Engagement and ultimately to the Associate Vice Provost for Career and Professional Development the Associate Director for Events Promotions and Creative Professions will provide career coaching to students primarily interested in creative careers (including but not limited to entertainment & media; fashion lifestyle & design; and fine arts & performing arts). The successful candidate will be charged with developing supporting maintaining and overseeing high quality innovative programs advanced resources and targeted events in Career and Professional Development (CPD) and as the liaison to the School of Film and Television and College of Fine Arts. The Associate Director will also manage the Event and Promotions Coordinator position providing leadership and strategy of our events and promotions brand strategy and public relations as well as a team of Peer Advisors and Graduate Assistants.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Creative Professions:

• Provide one-on-one career coaching to students interested in creative careers. Implement unique workshops information sessions employer site visits and industry panels to introduce students to a wide range of careers within creative industries.

• Serve as the official liaison to both the College of Communication and Fine Arts (CFA) and the School of Film and Television (SFTV) coordinate two large-scale signature networking events for students considering careers in creative fields. Collaborate with college/school leadership to identify host committee members. Cultivate student interest and provide post-event programming designed to allow students to capitalize on what they learned.

• Cultivate and maintain employer relationships within creative industries. Connect with employers and alumni to cultivate experiential engagement opportunities. Promote opportunities to students faculty and campus partners.

• Manage one large-scale experiential event that addresses underserved aspects of workforce development connecting potential employers to LMU engaging alumni and expanding the quality of meaningful student interaction with CPD.

• Manage one graduate assistant. Train mentor and guide them in developing focused programmatic content for CPD. Provide direction and oversight on graduate projects based on career services and/or creative industry research.

• Work closely with campus partners including Ethnic & Intercultural Services Mane Entertainment and Del Rey Players; delivering relevant programs opportunities and support to these groups.

• Serve as an active contributor to the Division of Enrollment Management and Career and Professional Development participating in campus-wide events and committees as requested.

• Contribute fully to the career services profession representing the university through involvement in national and regional professional associations and in strategic partnerships with LMU employers alumni parents and other external stakeholders.

Events and Promotions:

• Establish CPDs internal and external communications and promotional strategy working closely with LMUs Marketing & Communications department managing our brand presence and communication for students alumni and employers; oversee the development of CPDs integrated email marketing communications social media presence and printed and digital materials.

• Supervise coach and evaluate the Event and Promotions Coordinator. Train mentor and guide them in developing CPD branded promotional content including digital and print resources including . Provide strategic oversight and guidance on CPD event production elements and program calendar oversight.

• Lead strategic direction of CPDs events and programs for students and external stakeholders and maintain strong relationships with LMUs Events & Conferences team; advise CPD staff students and strategic partners on CPD event production standards and promotion requirements.

• Establish policies procedures and goals for department communications and events in collaboration with Associate Vice Provost; develop best practices for event management in Smartsheet and develop and oversee CPDs annual event calendar.

• Collaborate with the Director of Employer Engagement on employer-related events communications and strategic outreach.

• Collaborate with the Director of Career Education & Outcomes on developing career readiness resources and coaching tools for the department; support the ongoing vision and maintenance of the CPD website .

• Oversee the departments marketing and event budget and resources including tracking and reporting.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a Masters Degree or equivalent experience. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge skills and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

• Minimum of five years academic advising career development/counseling or coaching students within education or higher education field or related area. Preferred experience working with graduate students; familiarity with career development/counseling theories and methods.

• Demonstrated knowledge of career development/counseling theories and methods. Knowledge of education career fields and opportunities for experiential learning. Knowledge of the academic environment and experiential learning best practices.

• Ability to collaborate with faculty administrators campus partners and employers.

• Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable of Microsoft Office Suite and database management and systems.

• Event planning and production skills.

• Strong communication skills (both written and oral). Public presentation skills required.

• Strong organizational skills. Team player with solid interpersonal skills.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Salary range

$78600.00 - $102200.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence the education of the whole person and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being life experience and beliefs to apply. (Visit for more information.)