Job Details
Are you a creative and organized graphic designer? Are you looking to join a dynamic, warm, community-focused team at a growing university? Eastern University is looking for a Graphic Designer to join our vibrant, energetic team!
In this role, you'll:
* Craft print and digital designs, sharing our brand's story.
* Join a passionate and warm Marketing team, creating compelling design pieces that align with our brand.
* Focus on projects for the Office of the President, Office of Advancement, and the Office of Marketing & Communications, including fundraising campaigns and leadership communications in both print and digital formats.
* Collaborates with the Marketing Team and other offices to develop design solutions and then translate those solutions through a variety of channels (annual reports, brochures, flyers, pitch decks, digital communications, etc.)
* Stays current to industry trends and maintains cutting edge design knowledge.
* Works with the Brand Design Director to ensure that a brand style and look is maintained throughout the creative process.
* Creates graphics and artwork to enhance the visual effects and style of presentation and convey the project's message effectively.
* Proofreads artwork at all stages of production with meticulous attention to detail, working in collaboration with others to ensure accuracy and implement changes.
* Participates in conceptualization meetings designed to generate new ideas through discussion, and to develop these ideas into viable projects or promotions.
* Collaborates with staff to develop new, creative concepts for each project, including visual effects and style of presentation. Makes creative decisions concerning graphics and artwork.
* Communicates directly with managers in the Office of University Marketing & Communications, Office of the President, and Office of Advancement to keep them updated on the progress of current creative projects.
* Demonstrates a consistent positive attitude to support a productive work environment. Cooperates, communicates, and works well with coworkers. Treats all employees and customers respectfully.
* Coordinates all the details of the production process, including creating job folders and production schedules; obtaining competitive bids from printers and other vendors; monitoring scheduling and delivery; troubleshooting problem areas of production. Coordinates approvals, revisions, and billing with campus clients.
* Embodies values of caring and compassion, justice and integrity, competence and affirmation.
* Seeks to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and respect seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join together to achieve our common mission.
* Other duties as assigned.
* A college degree or equivalent experience, with continuing education in relevant software preferred.
* 2-3 years of experience in graphic design using software including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite. Experience with Apple software is preferred. HTML skill is a plus.
* Strong creative, communication, organizational, problem solving, and time-management skills. Works well with tight deadlines in a team environment.
* Experience working for a university or creating content for fundraising campaigns is an asset.