The U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation (USNA AA&F) in Annapolis, MD, is seeking a Creative Coordinator.

This position is based in historic Annapolis at our current offices located next to the beautiful grounds of the U.S. Naval Academy. In 2023, the staff of the Alumni Association & Foundation moved into the new Fluegel Alumni Center, which was built on the banks of College Creek overlooking the Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis.

ABOUT THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY (USNA) ALUMNI ASSOCIATION & FOUNDATION

The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and the United States Naval Academy Foundation are two independent, not-for-profit corporations sharing a single president and CEO and operating as a fully integrated organization in support of the Naval Academy and its mission. The organization's focus and core competencies are engagement and philanthropy in pursuit of complementary and closely aligned missions. We connect and support our alumni community and the U.S. Naval Academy so the Brigade and alumni community can lead and serve at their full potential for the good of the nation.

Our important mission requires that we hire and retain the best of the best. In order to do so, we offer competitive pay, generous benefits, opportunities for career development, and a positive work experience.

This position pays a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and may be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus, when applicable. We offer a generous benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, an FSA, an HSA, a fully vested 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, 22 days of accrued paid time off (PTO) per fiscal year, 14 paid holidays per calendar year, group life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, identity theft protection, tuition reimbursement and annual opportunities for professional development. Although not guaranteed, certain additional benefits may be offered through the Naval Academy, such as use of certain recreational facilities (including the Brigade Sports Complex gym, marina and indoor/outdoor pools), as well as category II eligibility for employee children to apply to the Naval Academy Primary School.

Our Communications Team works to carry out the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy and tell the stories of our alumni. Our alumni are fiercely united as a community and are also richly diverse in their preferences on how to engage with our organization and connect with each other. Our most seasoned alumni were born in the 1920s, and in 2022 we welcomed our first members born in the 21st century. We are digital luddites, digital immigrants and digital natives. When "two or three shall meet, and old tales by retold"-these tales are printed, posted, texted and streamed. Our binding together as a community occurs within the approximately 69,000 personal decisions by every alumnus and alumnae to engage, connect and continue in the legacy of supporting those who come behind. Our communications team takes pride in serving as part of the organization to reach our alumni so that their decisions to bind together are informed and earnest.

The Creative Coordinator is a junior-level role that supports the production and administrative needs of the Creative and Digital Communications. This exempt position, reporting to the Director, Digital Communications, is ideal for someone with a passion for design, photography, or video. This role is designed to provide day-to-day operational support while building practical creative skills.

This individual chosen will help coordinate projects, manage digital tools like Smartsheet and Canto, and support the execution of visual content across platforms. Over time, this position has room to grow in response to new creative and digital opportunities, especially as AI and emerging technology continue to reshape our work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

CREATIVE & DIGITAL PRODUCTION SUPPORT

• Assist with creating and editing digital and print-ready assets (basic design/layout support).
• Coordinate logistics for photo and video shoots (scheduling, prep, and on-site support).
• Prepare image/video selects, resize or version artwork, and assist with template formatting.

ADMINISTRATIVE & OPERATIONS TASKS

• Organize digital files, update metadata, and maintain asset libraries in Canto.
• Manage project timelines, tasks, and team assignments in Smartsheet.
• Assist with cross-team file transfers, QA review, and production checklists.
• Document creative workflows and maintain archives.

CROSS-TEAM COORDINATION

• Act as a liaison between Creative and Digital Comms to ensure brand and message alignment.
• Attend project meetings and support campaign execution with a creative lens.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 0-2 years of professional experience or education in design, communications, marketing, or visual media.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere is a plus).
• Comfortable using or learning workflow platforms (Smartsheet, Canto, Canva, or similar).
• Detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
• An interest in staying current with visual communication trends and creative technology.

GROWTH POTENTIAL

This position is intentionally designed with flexibility to evolve based on both the individual's interests and the department's future needs. As creative technology, AI tools, and communication platforms continue to advance, the Creative Coordinator will have opportunities to help shape the future of visual communications within the organization.

To Apply: Please go to https://usna.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ and apply through our website.

The USNA Alumni Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans encouraged to apply.