Graphic Designer

Graphic DesignerThe Graphic Designer is part of the University's Communications & Marketing team. This position provides graphic design services to the campus community. This individual is responsible for designing key University publications and marketing materials, supporting institutional, recruitment, development, marketing and fundraising initiatives.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for the design, illustration, and production of graphic design materials to support all school/program and event initiatives of the university.Able to ideate, articulate, and execute original visual concepts across print and digital media that align with institutional objectives and audience groups.Must be a creative problem-solver capable of driving new visual concepts, taking full ownership of design decisions, and guiding cross-functional partners on best-practice brand execution.Collaborate and communicate with campus clients to develop original design materials that support the priorities of the university, schools and departments.Development of primary design work to support all colleges and programs, including: advancement, development, alumni engagement and marketing initiatives for the Institution.Serve as a brand steward, making definitive calls on design consistency while supporting campus client requests.Responsible for design services to support variable data activities required for the development of graduation materials.Manage and support ongoing efforts to maintain the Campbell University brand through development of new logo strategies.Maintain and update relevant style guide materials to support the marketing and brand management initiatives of the university.Review and proof design materials prior to delivery to client.Manage and update design projects through project management software.Provide supervision and guidance to student designers and/or freelance designers, as needed.Uphold, and abide by, Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, and FERPA guidelines.Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.Other job related duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Education/Experience:At least 1-3 years of Graphic Design experience working with print ads and multi-page publications. Proficient knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Graphic Design experience working with print ads and multi-page publications.Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic composition, design, illustration, and production. Basic operational characteristics of desktop publishing and graphics material and tools used in the area of assignment. Strong attention to detail in regard to accuracy and grammatical correctness.Methods and techniques of page layout, drawing, and photo manipulation software, such as the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).Ability to communicate with campus clients and print vendors via email or in person to facilitate design projects.Proficient knowledge of English language, spelling, grammar and punctuationAttention to detail.This position will use discernment in project priority, based on timeliness and need.Photography and videography skills a plus.