About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Division of University Advancement strives to transform lives and unlock potential through the power of philanthropy and engagement by awakening and stewarding pride and loyalty for the University of North Texas.

Established in 1890, the University of North Texas is a place where students transform their lives through education and opportunity. With more than 46,000 students from across the state, nation, and world, UNT offers 240 academic programs — many nationally and internationally recognized. A Tier One research university and designated a Hispanic- and Minority-Serving Institution, UNT has a legacy of excellence in education, music, the arts, business and social sciences, with growing strengths in science and engineering. Last year, students earned nearly 13,000 degrees and joined UNT's network of 480,000 alumni, fueling progress and innovation.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas Division of University Advancement seeks an innovative, skilled, and storytelling-driven creative to serve as Senior Visual Communications Strategist—a hybrid designer, editor, and brand ambassador responsible for shaping the look, feel, and emotional impact of Advancement’s most important campaigns.

This is more than a production role. The Senior Strategist is a key voice in UNT’s creative strategy—bringing life, meaning, and motion to our philanthropic priorities through visual design and multimedia content. From donor proposals to impact videos, this role helps translate strategy into connection through powerful, on-brand visual storytelling.

Reporting to the Creative Director and working as part of the Advancement Communications team, the Senior Strategist collaborates closely with writers, project leads, and communications directors to ensure every piece—whether a social graphic or event video—looks incredible, sounds aligned, and feels like UNT. You’ll be surrounded by collaborators who care deeply about the work and supported by a structure that values both speed and excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of professional related experience in writing and/or editing publications; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Creative Leadership: High-level design instincts across media; ability to take initiative and own the visual side of a project from concept through completion.
* Multimedia Fluency: Proficiency in design, video editing, and light animation; confident creating content that moves and connects.
* Storytelling Alignment: Understands how visuals support narrative—and collaborates well with writers and strategists to elevate message through image.
* Agility Under Pressure: Organized, focused, and creative in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
* Brand Stewardship: Understands the value of consistency, tone, and visual cohesion across a university brand.
* Constructive Collaboration: Team-minded, responsive to feedback, and committed to improving the final product.
* Quality Control: Detail-oriented and committed to clean, accessible, polished work—every time.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in higher education, advancement, or nonprofit communications.
* Familiarity with accessibility standards and design practices.
* Understanding of philanthropic storytelling and donor communications.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Design, Video, and Multimedia Storytelling
  * Design and produce high-quality creative assets across formats—print, digital, and video—to support donor relations, alumni engagement, major gift proposals, campaigns, and university events.
  * Produce, edit, and deliver short-form video content for use in email campaigns, social media, email, and events.
  * Incorporate motion design or animation when appropriate to enhance emotional and visual impact.
  * Ensure all content meets accessibility guidelines, production specs, and brand requirements.
  * Serve as a steward of UNT’s philanthropic visual identity, ensuring consistency across platforms and reinforcing brand recognition through high-quality design.
  * Push creative boundaries while honoring the spirit, tone, and look of the UNT brand.
  * Manage multiple design and multimedia projects simultaneously, adapting quickly to changing needs while maintaining quality, timeliness, and attention to detail.
  * Balance quick-turn requests with longer-form projects and content series, working with the Creative Director to allocate time and resources effectively.
  * Maintain organized design files, templates, and shared assets for team use and collaboration. 
• Creative Collaboration and Strategy
  * Translate briefs and creative direction into compelling, mission-aligned visual assets that elevate the UNT philanthropic brand.
  * Collaborate with writers and project owners to concept and execute visuals that enhance and strengthen messaging.
  * Actively contribute to creative ideation, brainstorming, and campaign development, bringing both visual instinct and strategic insight to the table.
  * Partner with the Creative Director to evolve templates, refine guidelines, and introduce new design solutions that improve storytelling.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; Typical 40-hour work week with possible flex-time schedule and hybrid work opportunities.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.