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Director, Trademarks and Licensing

Employer
University of Maryland, College Park
Location
College Park, Maryland
Closing date
Jun 22, 2022

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Industry
Education
Function
Administrative
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Title: Director, Trademarks and Licensing   

Position number: 114715

 

Position Summary:

The Director, Trademarks and Licensing leads strategy, management, and daily operations of the University’s collegiate trademark licensing program to protect, promote and to elevate the University’s recognition as a premier institution of higher education, emphasizing excellence and supporting the University’s mission, values and goals.
 

Working with campus partners, notably the Office of General Counsel and University of Maryland Athletics, the Director regulates, promotes and protects the use of the university’s name and identifying marks, both on and off campus, and serves as the campus contact responsible for the use of the University brand on products and services; university promotions and advertising; sponsorships; affinity programs; and enforcement of the brand. The Director, Trademarks and Licensing is the primary liaison for all licensees and the University’s licensing agency, the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC).

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education (include licenses, certifications, etc.):

Bachelor’s degree required
 

Experience:
● At least six years of work experience in collegiate licensing, consumer products retail, sports marketing or related field.
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
● Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

● Possess strong negotiation experience and marketing and analytical skills

● Ability to interact effectively in an academic and corporate setting; work on multiple tasks at the same time and under time constraints; and handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact while maintaining confidentiality.

● Access to transportation, as travel throughout the region is required.

● Knowledge of basic contracts, trademark laws, and property rights laws.

 

Preferences:

Understanding of corporate responsibility, fair labor and workforce issues.

Corporate partnership or marketing sponsorship experience.

Project management experience.

 

To apply for this position, visit: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/95678

For best consideration, qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of at least three professional references as soon as possible, no later than Friday, June 10, 2022.

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