Graphic Designer Job at Virginia Commonwealth University
Summary:
Since its inception in 1996, the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering has brought innovative, real-world engineering education to Central Virginia. Comprising five different departments, the College of Engineering enrolls more than 1,900 undergraduate and 300 graduate students in several degree programs supported by approximately 530 full-time, part-time, and student employees. The College of Engineering is in search of a part time Graphic Designer.
This part time role will design printed and digital marketing materials and other graphic assets as assigned to support the College of Engineering. Creative work may include print publications, digital communications, brochures, fliers, posters, postcards, emails and similar assets. The successful candidate will create materials to support the strategic goals of the College of Engineering, including general marketing, communications, recruitment, development and alumni relations.
Graphic design responsibilities include page layout, typography, editing and image manipulation, illustration and prepress file preparation. Digital and multimedia design responsibilities include creating email communications, presentations, social media posts, animations and other electronic communications. The ideal candidate must be skilled with Adobe Creative Suite and understand the importance of maintaining consistency in brand standards
This candidate will work closely with writers, editors, designers, faculty, staff, students and others to plan and execute communications and marketing materials in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications team reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires an individual with:
Some years of experience with the creative development and production process.- Some years of experience in design, typography, illustration.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Microsoft Office.
- Superior project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently as well as a strong ability for teamwork and collaboration.
- A professional demeanor. Resourceful and solution oriented. Creative ability.
- Comfortable interacting directly with clients and with various university audiences.
- Experience interacting directly with print and production vendors and overseeing the production process.
- The College of Engineering supports a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment. The candidate will demonstrate experience that shows their commitment to fostering such an environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Considerable years of experience with the creative development and production process.
- Considerable years of experience in design, typography, illustration.
- Demonstrated experience in a marketing department or agency.
- Knowledge of marketing principles.
- Experience in higher education.
- Experience in creating ads for digital marketing campaigns
- A degree in graphic design or related fields is highly preferred.
Additional Information:
All candidates are required to submit a portfolio of design work with their application.
Approximately 25 hours per week.
Salary Range: $22 - $26 per hour depending on experience
Position Details:
Department: Dean's Office
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 0.725
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Mia Staten
Contact Email: statenmo@vcu.edu
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