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# Director of Digital Media## •### @clemsonuniversityPosted on 3/4/2026•Full-time## Job Description## WELCOME TO CLEMSON!One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.## JOB SUMMARY:Clemson University's Sports Information Team is looking for a Director of Digital Media to fulfill the following duties:* Leads Clemson Football's social media strategy and content to drive brand growth, recruiting visibility, and fan engagement.* Aligns digital storytelling with sponsorship opportunities to maximize program impact.* Other duties as assigned## JOB DUTIES:**45% - Essential - Social Media Strategy and Execution:**Responsible for the strategic oversight and daily execution of Clemson Football's official social media platforms, reporting to the Associate AD for Football Communications. Develops platform-specific strategies, editorial calendars, and campaign plans aligned with football operations, recruiting cycles, and departmental priorities while using analytics and benchmarks to inform decisions. Serves as the steward of Clemson Football's and the Head Coach's digital voice, ensuring consistency, credibility, and alignment with University and Athletics brand standards.**25% - Essential - Leads Content Creation and Distribution:**Leads the creation and distribution of high-quality, platform-native content that reflects the identity and competitive culture of Clemson Football. Coordinates and/or produces short-form video, graphics, photography, and written content while executing real-time coverage of games, practices, travel, and behind-the-scenes access. Ensures content balances speed, authenticity, and professionalism to maintain a timely, engaging, and nationally relevant presence.**10% - Essential - Strategic Communications Liaison:**Serves as a liaison between Strategic Communications and Clemson Ventures to integrate sponsorship and NIL initiatives into football digital content while advising other sports as needed. Collaborates on ideation, execution, and reporting for digital-first brand activations that align with partner goals and editorial standards. Supports athlete-led storytelling and co-branded campaigns while coordinating with compliance and Ventures staff to meet institutional and regulatory requirements.**10% - Essential - Football Communications:**Functions as a leader within the football communications ecosystem by coordinating with football operations, recruiting, creative services, compliance, and external partners. Manages workflows, supervises student assistants, and implements systems that support content velocity and quality control. Provides guidance on digital best practices and serves as a trusted partner to coaches and administrators while upholding institutional priorities.**10% - Essential - Innovation:**Leads ongoing evaluation and innovation of Clemson Football's digital presence in ways that elevate the University's brand. Monitors industry trends, benchmarks against peer and aspirational programs, and pilots new storytelling formats and platforms. Identifies opportunities to expand reach, engagement, and commercial value while contributing to broader digital and NIL strategy discussions.## MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**Education** - Bachelor's Degree**Work Experience** - 5+ Years## PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:**Education** - Master's Degree - Communications, Marketing, Social Media Management, Sponsorship## RESPONSIBILITIESJOB KNOWLEDGEComprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situationsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises Work of Others - Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.## PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 5% - Stand for prolonged period 5% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 10% - Walk or move about 80% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 5% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl) 30% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 80% - Recognize or inspect visually 10% - Move, transport, raise or lower 10% - Extends hands or arms in any direction 80% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision## WORKING CONDITIONS: 5% - Exposure to heat or cold 5% - Wet or humid 5% - Noise 5% - Overnight Travel## WORK SCHEDULE:**Standard Hours:** 40 Hours / Week## COMPENSATION INFORMATION*Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.*## JOB LOCATION:Clemson, SCLocationOn-siteClemson, South CarolinaPayPay not disclosed #J-18808-Ljbffr