Assistant Director, Content - Men's Basketball
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEmbassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization of the University of Central Florida. As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically, and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program, representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team."
The Content Position serves as a strategic partner in elevating the visibility of the UCF Athletics program, with a primary focus on the Men's Basketball brand. You will collaborate closely with the in-house content team, coaching staff, and student-athletes to craft creative strategies that engage students, alumni, fans, and the general public.
In this role, you will provide the creative vision for social media content that is engaging, entertaining, and educational. Your day-to-day involves developing and executing a year-round content calendar, curating assets for distribution across social channels, and capturing high-quality photos and video clips of practices, games, and team events. You will work across Adobe and mobile-based apps to create assets that resonate with recruits, fans, and donors, while utilizing analytics to refine strategies and stay ahead of industry trends.
Due to the nature of athletics and event schedules, this position requires flexibility to work during evenings, weekends, and holidays. The role also involves the ability to stand and walk for extended periods and occasional travel. As a staff member of UCF Athletics, you will be expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity and character, demonstrating a commitment to customer service and strict compliance with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules.
UCF Athletics values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and supplemental options. We are recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the Silver Level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being. Additional perks include paid time off, retirement savings options, education assistance, employee discounts on Orlando attractions, and tickets to UCF sporting events.
UCF Athletics is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background.
Salary for this position is negotiable. Please note that UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization with different payroll and benefits structures than university employees. For more information about UCF and the Knights, visit ucf.edu and ucfknights.com.
Work model: On-site
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown, 191, East Pine Street, Central Business District, Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32801, United States
Orlando, Florida
Degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field. Experience in web and graphic design. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite software. Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
Skills: Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Analytics, Web Design, Graphic Design.
Education: Bachelor's degree required with 2 years experience; Master's degree may substitute for experience; Degree in journalism, communications, or marketing preferred.
