Brand and Content Director

Job Title
Brand and Content Director


Requisition Number
RE51930


Working Title
Director of Strategic Communications


Department Name
12E00:UKAA - External Operations


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
45


Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BA



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


Required Related Experience

3 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

To be able to lift up to 20 lbs.



Shift

Days but flexibility to travel and willingness to work weekends and evenings.



Job Summary

The Brand and Content Director (Director of Strategic Communications) position provides strategic leadership for UK Athletics’ communications, with a primary focus on men’s basketball and football. It oversees departmental communications staff, including photographers, and leads efforts across all varsity sports. Key responsibilities include managing content strategy, leading collaboration meetings, aligning messaging across platforms, and coordinating with external units and partners to support major initiatives and events.



All duties must be performed in compliance with NCAA, SEC, and University policies, rules, and regulations.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years working with an intercollegiate athletic department is preferred.



Deadline to Apply
10/19/2025


Our University Community

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