Athletic Publications Director

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAthletic Publications DirectorRequisition NumberRE54151Working TitleSenior Creative DirectorDepartment Name12E00:UKAA - External OperationsWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level46Salary Range$52,021-85,800/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsTo be able to lift, push pull objects of 10 lbs.ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pmJob SummaryAs the landscape of college athletics continues to evolve, creative execution has become a critical driver of brand strength, fan engagement, recruiting, and revenue opportunities. The Senior Creative Director plays a central role in shaping how UK Athletics shows visually across all platforms. Working closely with the UK Athletics Marketing and Communications team, this role translates strategy into compelling visual storytelling across print, digital, social, and web environments. The Senior Creative Director is expected to lead a team of creative professionals while also setting the creative bar through hands-on art direction and execution. The Senior Creative Director will oversee Creative Services budget which includes print production, vendor costs, project management tools and monitors expenditures throughout the fiscal year. Senior Creative Director ensures brand integrity, elevates creative quality and delivers high-impact work in a fast-paced, high-visibility, and deadline-driven athletics environment.

Specific Request 1- Please attach under Specific Request 1-Short portfolio with graphic design work samplesSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft and Apple Operating Systems, Quark Xpress, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe IllustratorDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply04/30/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Describe your experience managing and leading creative professionals (designers, art directors, or multimedia staff) in a fast-paced, high-volume environment in balancing creative autonomy with accountability.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Have you developed or overseen brand guidelines for an organization or department?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please describe your role and how you ensured consistent brand execution across multiple teams and platforms.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Explain your experience managing budgets and prioritizing budgets for creative or marketing initiatives, including print, production, or external vendors, including vendor negotiation and quality assurance.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Describe your experience collaborating with high-profile or high-stakes stakeholders (e.g., coaches, executives, athletes, commercial partners) with managing expectations and feedback in fast-paced environments.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * College athletics often requires rapid turnaround and flexibility. Can you share an example of a time you led or contributed creatively under tight deadlines or shifting priorities?

   (Open Ended Question)

7. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your prior collegiate employment. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA, CSC, or SEC investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA, CSC or SEC legislation?
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation or any violations with the Collegiate Sports Commission (CSC) and/or SEC?
   • Yes
   • No
10. * If you answered yes to any of the previous three questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to all three of the previous questions, please type: N/A

    (Open Ended Question)

11. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions or CSC ever issued you show-cause penalty?
    • Yes
    • No
12. * I certify that I am not associated with any prospective student-athlete(s) UK is currently recruiting.
    • Yes
    • No
13. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1

Optional Documents

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