Graphic Designer, Athletics
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
About the Department
The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 450 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 118 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first non-Power Five program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats.
In 2023, the Bearcats entered a new era as a Power Four School when they officially joined the Big 12 Conference, positioning Cincinnati among the nation's premier athletics programs.
Off the field, UC student-athletes continue to find success, as well, collectively posting a school-record 3.52 GPA in the spring of 2025.
Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our university and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field.
For more information visit gobearcats.com.
Job Overview
Cincinnati Athletics is seeking candidates for Graphic Designers to help drive the Bearcats brand and fan experience to new levels. As many as three positions may be filled at the Assistant Director (Graphic Designer) or Director (Sr Graphic Designer) level and assisting either Football or Olympic Sports depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The positions are appointed within The Agency (athletic department creative agency) but will work closely with other units in the department. The individual in this position will assist in continually defining the strategy and goals to achieve success in engaging fans and moving Cincinnati Athletics brand forward. The successful candidate will collaborate with multiple internal partners such as our sports teams, marketing, ticket sales and service, communication, and facilities crafting and executing creative media strategy, concepts, and ideas, including creating social medial content, print, and web design.
Essential Functions
- Utilize knowledge of current graphic design software to produce visual material.
- Generate, proofread and edit finished product and ensure that all design work follows university branding standards.
- Maintain design standards for all material produced; stay abreast of technological advances in the field; recommend alternate approaches to design and production for cost-effective printed materials; maintain records and files.
- Consult with clients on requested projects; make recommendations and decisions related to design, ideas, approach, costs, technical specifications, etc.
- Liaison with printers, suppliers, etc. for assigned projects; write all specifications for printing, supplies, bids, etc.
- Maintain organized records and files for all design projects.
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Experience
Experience in graphic design or related field.
Additional Qualifications Considered
- The position requires some evening and weekend hours.
- Print design & preparing print production experience.
- Strong logo design & Adobe Illustrator proficiency.
- After Effects, Blender or other 3D design program knowledge a plus.
- Strong typographic sensitivity.
- Strong photography, both shooting & editing a plus.
- Interest in leveraging AI technologies to enhance creative output and efficiency.
- Experience carrying a cohesive design campaign through a number of different applications.
- Professional communication.
Application Information
Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest, a current CV/Resume and a portfolio. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
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Graphic Designer, Athletics
Cincinnati, OH, US
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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