MEAC EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Director of Graphic Design & Creative Content
Position Summary
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is seeking a highly creative, detail-oriented, and brand-driven professional to serve as Director of Graphic Design & Creative Content. This position is responsible for the visual presentation of the Conference brand across print, digital, social, video, and event-related platforms.
The Director of Graphic Design & Creative Content will lead the creation of compelling graphics, branded assets, campaign visuals, and creative materials that elevate the visibility, professionalism, and impact of the Conference. This position plays a central role in supporting championships, special events, fan engagement, sponsor activations, social media, and other public-facing Conference initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have a strong design eye, excellent storytelling instincts, and the ability to translate Conference priorities into high-quality visual content that reflects the strength and identity of the MEAC.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the visual execution of the Conference’s brand identity across all platforms and materials.
- Design and produce creative assets for championships, special events, and Conference initiatives.
- Develop graphics, templates, signage, presentations, digital assets, and social media creative.
- Create and maintain brand standards, design systems, and visual consistency for the Conference.
- Produce visual content that supports storytelling, student-athlete promotion, fan engagement, and Conference branding.
- Develop campaign visuals in support of marketing, audience engagement, and event promotion.
- Collaborate with the Director of Brand Strategy & Engagement on promotional campaigns, game presentation materials, and in-arena fan engagement assets.
- Coordinate with Digital Media & Production to align creative elements with video, broadcast, and digital content initiatives.
- Assist with the Student Content Creators Program through visual guidance, brand standards, and creative development support.
- Support sponsor activation efforts through the design of branded materials and promotional assets.
- Develop graphics and content for awards, milestone moments, Conference recognitions, and institutional storytelling.
- Maintain organized archives of creative files, templates, photos, and branded materials.
- Ensure high production quality, visual consistency, and timely completion of deliverables.
- Stay current on design trends, creative storytelling approaches, and best practices in athletics branding and content development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Commissioner for External Affairs, Deputy Commissioner / Chief Operating Officer, or Commissioner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, digital media, creative services, or related field.
- Experience in graphic design, athletics creative services, branding, digital content, or a related area.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating design range, brand consistency, and content creativity.
- Experience creating assets for social media, events, campaigns, and promotional use.
- Experience in college athletics, professional sports, conference offices, or higher education is preferred.
- Appreciation for the mission, legacy, and cultural significance of HBCUs is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong design, layout, and visual storytelling ability
- Strong understanding of typography, branding, and creative consistency
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to develop compelling content that reflects Conference priorities
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
Director of Brand Strategy & Engagement
Position Summary
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is seeking an innovative, strategic, and relationship-driven professional to serve as Director of Brand Strategy & Engagement. This position is responsible for advancing the Conference’s brand through integrated marketing, audience development, fan engagement, game presentation, and stakeholder outreach.
The Director of Brand Strategy & Engagement will lead efforts to strengthen the visibility and public connection of the MEAC through promotional campaigns, championship marketing, in-arena fan experience, and coordinated outreach with member institutions and key stakeholder groups. This position will play an important role in driving attendance, enhancing event atmosphere, supporting revenue-generating opportunities, and expanding engagement with alumni, fans, students, supporters, and the broader HBCU community.
The ideal candidate will be a creative strategist, strong collaborator, and effective project manager with a passion for college athletics, fan development, and HBCU culture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and execute Conference-wide brand strategy and engagement initiatives.
- Lead marketing and promotional efforts for championships, special events, and Conference priorities.
- Build campaigns designed to increase attendance, participation, viewership, and audience engagement.
- Oversee fan development and audience growth strategies across Conference platforms and events.
- Lead game presentation and in-arena fan engagement efforts, including timeout entertainment, halftime promotions, sponsor activations, and crowd-engagement elements.
- Coordinate promotional video board elements and fan-facing run-of-show components.
- Serve as liaison to member institution Alumni Directors, Admissions, and Marketing Directors.
- Support community engagement initiatives and MEAC Foundation-related promotional efforts.
- Collaborate with Creative Services on campaign assets, visual materials, and branded executions.
- Collaborate with Strategic Communications on messaging alignment and content support.
- Coordinate with Digital Media & Production on promotional integration across video, digital, and network platforms.
- Assist with sponsor-supported campaigns and activation opportunities tied to Conference initiatives and events.
- Manage promotional calendars, campaign timelines, advertising efforts, and related tracking.
- Identify creative opportunities to expand the Conference’s brand reach and supporter connection.
- Represent the Conference in a professional manner in interactions with member institutions, partners, supporters, and other external constituents.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Commissioner for External Affairs, Deputy Commissioner / Chief Operating Officer, or Commissioner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, sports administration, public relations, business, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
- Experience in athletics marketing, brand strategy, fan engagement, event promotion, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of college athletics, event atmosphere, and audience-building strategies.
- Experience developing campaigns across digital, social, and live-event environments.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and with external partners.
- Experience working in intercollegiate athletics, conferences, or higher education environments is preferred.
- Appreciation for the mission, legacy, and cultural significance of HBCUs is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong strategic thinking and brand-development ability
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
- Understanding of audience engagement and fan experience strategy
Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Communications Job Description
Position Summary
The Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Communications is responsible for the leadership, planning, organization, and administration of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Strategic Communications Office. This position oversees conference communications, media relations, statistical reporting, historical records, championship communications operations, website content management, and coordination with institutional and external media partners.
The Assistant Commissioner plays a critical role in promoting the visibility, integrity, and brand of the Conference by ensuring accurate, timely, and professional communications related to MEAC sports, championships, student-athlete honors, and special events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Communications shall:
- Oversee the planning, organization, and administration of the Strategic Communications Office.
- Manage all MEAC office publications for each sport, including media guides, championship booklets, record books, and other related publications.
- Ensure the accuracy of statistical reports, publications, and historical records for each sport and championship.
- Produce, edit, and distribute press releases for championships, individual sports, conference initiatives, and other MEAC events.
- Plan, organize, and manage all strategic communications operations related to MEAC championships and conference-sponsored events.
- Produce and maintain all-time record books and media guides for MEAC sports and championships.
- Supervise personnel and interns assigned to the Strategic Communications Office.
- Ensure procedures for the selection and announcement of Student-Athletes of the Week are properly followed.
- Ensure procedures for the selection and announcement of MEAC All-Conference Teams are properly followed.
- Ensure the Men’s and Women’s All-Sports Awards are accurately calculated and tabulated.
- Maintain the official conference website and ensure information is accurate, current, and updated daily.
- Ensure all information submitted to the NCAA is accurate and submitted in accordance with required deadlines.
- Coordinate with broadcast partners and event personnel to ensure televised MEAC events are supported with the information and materials necessary to produce a first-rate telecast.
- Develop and maintain an annual archive and photo album of MEAC events for historical, promotional, and institutional record-keeping purposes.
- Maintain accurate files and official records for all MEAC athletic events, including All-Conference Teams, MVP Awards, Student-Athletes of the Week, championship results, and other conference honors.
- Complete and submit all required NCAA forms and reports by the applicable deadlines.
- Attend all MEAC championships to ensure timely and accurate website updates, results reporting, and press release distribution.
- Distribute information regarding MEAC events to media outlets in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
- Keep the Commissioner informed of noteworthy achievements, milestones, and record-breaking performances across the Conference.
- Provide the Commissioner with weekly updates and results related to MEAC athletics.
- Work collaboratively with institutional sports information directors to ensure the Conference receives timely and essential information from each member institution.
- Plan, organize, and execute the annual MEAC Sports Information Directors Workshop.
- Recommend, implement, and maintain updated technology and systems to support all areas of the Strategic Communications Office.
- Understand, interpret, and implement all championship tiebreaker procedures as necessary.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with conference media partners, including ESPN and other broadcast and media affiliates.
- Collaborate with the Director of Digital Media on all conference productions, livestreams, digital broadcasts, and related content initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Commissioner and/or Deputy Commissioner.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, sports management, public relations, or a related field required, master’s degree preferred.
- Progressive experience in athletics communications, media relations, sports information, or a related field, preferably at the collegiate conference or institutional level.
- Demonstrated experience managing publications, media operations, statistical reporting, and website content.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules, reporting requirements, championship procedures, and awards processes.
- Experience supervising staff, interns, or graduate assistants preferred.
- Strong familiarity with live event coverage, broadcast preparation, and media coordination.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work collaboratively with institutional personnel, media partners, and conference staff.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with website content management systems, statistical software, desktop publishing tools, and standard office technology.
- Ability to travel extensively and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the conference schedule.
Compliance Internship Job Description
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) is seeking motivated college graduates with a passion for collegiate athletics and an interest in gaining a deeper understanding of NCAA Division I legislation and MEAC policies and procedures. This internship offers hands-on experience in compliance operations and the opportunity to work closely with MEAC staff and MEAC Institutions. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to build foundational knowledge in NCAA Compliance and MEAC operations while contributing to the success of student-athletes and the Conference as a whole.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and manage the MEAC Compliance
- NCAA Rules Interpretation
- Verify and audit compliance-related forms, including (but not limited to):
- Eligibility checklists
- Squad lists
- Participation rosters
- Event entry lists
- Game schedules
- Home game verification forms
- Support compliance data entry and reporting activities.
- Assist in waiver processing and documentation.
- Compile documentation for Student Athlete Assistant Fund (SAF) audits.
- Attend monthly MEAC compliance meetings and record detailed meeting minutes.
- Coordinate registration and track participation for events such as:
- Student Leadership Symposium
- Academic Progress Rate initiatives during the MEAC Basketball Tournament
- NCAA Academic Performance Program Seminar
- Prepare and compile nomination packages for:
- MEAC Male Student-Athlete of the Year
- MEAC Post-Graduate Scholarship
- Dr. Dennis E. Thomas Student Leaders Symposium
- Assist with planning community service initiatives at MEAC championships.
- Assist with the Coordination of the MEAC Support Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) in-person meeting.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Commissioner for Compliance and Administrator.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience working in NCAA Division I Athletics, preferred.
- NCAA student-athlete participation.
- Strong research and data analysis abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Technology proficiency
- Continuous learning mindset
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