Job Description
Description
Position Overview: Reporting to the Brand and Design Manager, the Creative Coordinator will assist in all applications of Atlanta Track Club’s brand and registered marks by the organization itself and by licensed partners. This includes Atlanta Track Club, Atlanta Track Club Elite, Atlanta Track Club Foundation, Running City USA, and Kilometer Kids. The Creative Coordinator will also ensure the proper application of brands and marks Atlanta Track Club is licensed to use. This position will collaborate on the concept, design, and creation of branded Atlanta Track Club events, programs, and initiatives. This includes but is not limited to signage, apparel, medals, race numbers, and print and digital advertisements. The Creative Coordinator will also facilitate the direction of all freelance photographers and videographers during events.
Responsibilities Include
- Assist in the growth and evolution of Atlanta Track Club’s brand, logos, and registered trademarks and ensure proper usage across all touchpoints.
- Design event collateral, including but not limited to signage, apparel, medals, race numbers, advertisements, and branded merchandise.
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to align creative strategies, themes, and plans for Atlanta Track Club events, programs, and social media channels.
- Assist in the creation of branded merchandise.
- Coordinate and direct the work of freelance photographers/videographers, ensuring alignment with Atlanta Track Club’s brand and quality standards.
- Manage Atlanta Track Club’s photo library, including the organization, storage, and retrieval of assets.
- Play a supporting role in content generation for Atlanta Track Club’s social media channels, including assisting with minimal photography, videography, and creative ideas.
- Occasionally take in-house photos for purposes such as merchandise reveals, social media updates, or staff headshots.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in an art-specific focus (college degree preferred).
- 2-3 years of graphic design and brand experience required (non-profit brand management a plus).
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and Premiere.
- Strong photography and videography skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of brand presence, awareness, and guidelines.
- Ability to work creatively within established guidelines.
- Familiarity with the running and fitness community.
- Must be highly organized, efficient, and detail-oriented.
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and manage a complex mix of requirements across departments.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability and willingness to manage load-in/load-out processes at events (including heavy lifting, up to 40 lbs).
- Flexibility to work weekends and extended weekday hours as needed.
- Demonstrated passion for Atlanta Track Club’s mission.
- Commitment to an active lifestyle, running, and walking preferred.