Assistant Director of Visual & Brand Engagement

The University of Tennessee Foundation Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position ofAssistant Director of Visual & Brand to the Executive Director of Strategic Communications theAssistant Director of Visual & Brand Engagement is responsible for driving the organizations visual brand strategy ensuring a consistent accessible and impactful presence across all print and digital platforms.

This role will develop high-quality audience- centered visuals that strengthen storytelling and deepen engagement with internal and external audiences.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Creative Design and Production: Lead the design and development of visual assets for print digital and multimedia platforms with a digital-first focus. Produce and edit video to add impact to UTFIs overall storytelling initiatives. Design reports presentations web graphics email templates and other creative materials that engage diverse audiences. Provide design work for internal partners ensuring visuals align with brand standards and strategic goals. Manage the organizations visual asset library templates and creative file organization for efficiency and scalability.

Brand Management and Strategy: Maintain evolve and promote the brand identity system and design guidelines to ensure consistency accessibility and broad adoption across the organization. Collaboratively help conceptualize and produce visuals for stewardship materials marketing collateral and integrated campaigns that strengthen stakeholder engagement. Work with communications colleagues to develop cohesive campaign visuals event branding and content that enhance storytelling and amplify impact.

Required Education and Experience

The candidate who fills the Assistant Director of Visual & Brand Engagement position is required to have:

• Bachelors degree

• 3 years of professional experience in graphic design brand management or related creative role

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop Premier Pro After Effects) or comparable design software

• Advanced proficiency with video production editing and multimedia content creation

• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices for digital and print communications

• Ability to manage multiple projects prioritize deadlines and adapt to shifting needs in a fast-paced environment

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills will the ability to consult with internal partners and translate concepts into creative solutions

• Detail-oriented innovative and committed to maintaining brand integrity while pushing creative boundaries

A valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position. UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration for the position.

Note - Candidates holding a graduate degree must have at least 1 years of experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

In addition to meeting the required qualifications the preferred candidate will have:

• Masters degree

• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in print and digital design typography and visual storytelling

Application Process:Priority will be given to applications received on or before April 1^st via our DASH application system. Applications must include a completed candidate profile cover letter resume and portfolio showcasing print digital and video. Applications without these requirements will not be considered. Candidates selected to move forward in the evaluation process will be asked to provide contact information for three professional will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.

When determining minimum qualifications only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.

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Target Start Date:Summer 2026

Benefits: The Foundations greatest asset is our team. Foundation employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes:

• Generouspaid leave accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days

• Flexible work arrangements offering a hybrid schedule to most team members

• Educationbenefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses

• Retirement and deferred compensation plans including 401(k) 403(b) etc.

• Comprehensive medical dental and visioninsurance plans

• Employeediscounts to attractions services and goods

The Foundation:The University of Tennessee Foundation Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.

The UT System: The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville Chattanooga Pulaski Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.

The University of Tennessee Foundation Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex pregnancy marital status sexual orientation gender identity age physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status and parental status or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.