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 with experience at a NCAA Division I institution or a master's degree.
Experience with Adobe products including Photoshop and Illustrator.
Previous experience working directly in a recruiting department and managing the day-to-day creative materials.
Experience organizing and executing photo shoots for prospective student athletes.
Functional 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.

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

3/18/26

Additional Information

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