Graphic Designer

Position Summary The Graphic Designer is a member of an integrated, multidisciplinary creative and production team that produces the university’s signature and award‑winning creative campaigns in support of the university’s most visible external marketing and communications channels, publications, and products. This position develops and executes creative solutions that integrate with the university’s visual identity, brand platform, and design standards. The Graphic Designer performs design audits, works with colleagues and clients to assess needs, design and prototype ideas, and produce/deploy solutions that reflect excellence and elevate the university’s image. The position reports to the Senior Designer and supervises external freelancers, partners, and student interns. Responsibilities Produce and design high‑impact visual elements, layouts, interfaces, and assets for all communications channels, vehicles, and mediums—including print, web, GUI elements, CMS templates, and other digital production assets. Conceptualize content to visually communicate compelling and memorable messages to target audiences, reinforcing the university’s identity and brand architecture. Ensure projects are completed by identified deadlines and on budget in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities. Collaborate with the creative team and campus partners to conceptualize and develop internal and external brand campaigns; design and produce digital and print assets, ensuring files are properly prepared for placement, production, and print. Manage assigned creative projects and collaborate with marketing, communications, university leaders, and external partners to meet deadlines and budgets. Pitch innovative, forward‑thinking creative ideas and identify opportunities to develop technology‑based creative solutions for the MarComm team. Synthesize feedback from design presentations and trials, recommending evidence‑based approaches. Supervise creative team associates (freelance designers, student interns); set objectives, manage budgets, monitor performance, and assess outcomes. Coach team members to maximize creativity, productivity, and effectiveness. Assure successful outcomes by adopting best‑practice project management methodologies, quality assurance metrics, and risk mitigation plans. Ensure the integrity, high‑quality, and consistency of the university’s image, tone, style, narrative, visual identity, and brand. Administer the university’s graphic identity programs; train end users, freelance production staff, and external partners to ensure consistent usage. Manage relationships with print vendors to ensure design files are accurately produced, on schedule, and within budget; oversee print specifications, site surveys, proofs, production quality, and delivery coordination from concept through installation. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Typically a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related creative field. Minimum 3‑5 years of related graphic and/or web design experience; agency and/or higher education experience preferred. Experience brainstorming ideas and developing concepts for new design projects and executing them within the context of an institutional brand. Experience managing traditional and large‑format print vendors and overseeing production to meet brand standards and project objectives with high‑quality outcomes. Ability to create and support production of simple to mid‑level animations using Adobe After Effects is desirable. Must be able to perform successfully in a fast‑paced, intellectually intense, and service‑oriented environment and work successfully within a complex organization. Willing and able to adjust to changing demands and shifting priorities. Must be able to follow direction from an art director and collaborate with graphic artists, marketing, communications, and external relations team members. Advanced‑level experience in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects). Deep understanding of best practices in print, web design, animation, and production. Demonstrated experience managing creative projects and executing across multiple communications and marketing channels and media. Highly collaborative style with experience developing and implementing design strategies successfully. Self‑starter, able to work independently and entrepreneurially; experience creating, developing, and implementing new initiatives. Ability to produce high‑quality deliverables with meticulous attention to detail. Metrics‑driven and results‑oriented with demonstrated analytical skills. Ability to provide quick turnaround and updates for multiple requests while maintaining a strong reputation for high‑quality work. Ability to create and support production of anima… Salary range: $67,000.00 - $72,000.00 (Staff regular salary range: $71,100.00 - $88,900.00). Salary commensurate with education and experience. Note: This position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Equal Employment Opportunity LoyolaMarymountUniversity is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. EEO Statement LoyolaMarymountUniversity is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, gender, age 40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other bases protected by federal, state, or local law. The University does not discriminate in the administration of any of its policies, programs, or employment practices. All University policies, practices, and procedures are administered in a manner consistent with LMU's Jesuit identity and character. #J-18808-Ljbffr Loyola Marymount University