Brand Coordinator

Description

The University of Iowa Office of Strategic Communication is seeking a Brand Coordinator . The Brand Coordinator is a dynamic role that blends design, strategy, and coordination to support the consistent application of the University of Iowa brand. An integral member of the University of Iowa's Office of Strategic Communication, this position reports directly to the Director of Brand Management and is responsible for supporting both strategic initiatives and operational functions.

A key focus of this role is the development and launch of a comprehensive online template library, along with the creation of brand-aligned tools and resources designed for broad use across campus units. These efforts aim to enhance accessibility and ensure uniformity in the application of brand standards, while also empowering departments to communicate effectively within the university's visual and messaging framework.

In addition to project-based responsibilities, the Brand Coordinator manages a variety of ongoing tasks essential to brand governance. These include providing guidance to campus partners on trademark usage and brand assets, coordinating with external vendors to ensure compliance with brand specifications, and maintaining the university's brand manual to reflect current standards and best practices. The role demands a high level of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.

Working within a highly creative and collaboratively driven team environment, the Brand Coordinator plays a key role in supporting brand governance.

There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold the University's commitment to creating welcoming and respectful environments for all.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location .

This is a Specified Term position lasting 12 months.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

Concept and Brand Identity

• Collaborate with the brand management team to understand the needs of campus communicators and help create clear, practical tools that make brand policy easy to apply in everyday work.
• Translate brand standards into visual references, sample use cases, and guides that help educate campus units on how to apply the brand consistently across complex use cases.

Media and Materials Creation

Project and Production Management

Operational Support and Management

Brand Management

Financial Responsibility

Supervision / Leadership

To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Design, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

1 to 3 years of professional experience in brand management, marketing communications, or a related area; equivalent experience may be considered.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite (including Acrobat).

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications

Application and Position Details

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Benefits Highlights

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24 / 7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.