Brand Designer - Marketing and Communications

Brand Designer - Marketing and Communications

Southeast Missouri State University


Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202200198

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Marketing and Communications

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Position Summary
Brand Designer
Marketing and Communications
Full-Time

University Marketing at Southeast Missouri State University seeks a talented designer for a graphic designer position. The graphic designer is responsible for creating art across mediums, including print and digital, to support Southeast's brand story. The designer is a skilled artist in developing work from concept to print files as well as an adept marketer who understands achieving the goals behind the design strategy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Works independently and collaboratively with a team to conceptualize, create, and design highly effective and strategic marketing materials targeted to a diverse set of audiences for use in a variety of mediums (primarily print, social media, websites)
• Assists with the evolution and development of University brand standards and style guidelines
• Researches and stays abreast of changing design trends and software changes to maximize workflow efficiency and to stay on trend and forward-thinking in a competitive marketplace
• Researches and writes compelling content for print, digital, and website
• Communicates and collaborates with clients to understand and translate their needs to effective and strategic marketing pieces designed for a variety of external and internal audiences
• Collaborates in development of marketing campaigns and projects to advance University goals
• Provides art direction and styling at photoshoots
• Communicates with print vendors regarding project setup and handoff to ensure print pieces are created error-free

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, art, technical graphics, marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, or related field (Summer 2022 graduates will also be considered).
• Knowledge of graphic design and visual arts concepts, principles, trends and practices for both print and digital mediums
• Demonstrated ability to use technology, including Adobe Creative Suite, effectively to design complex print and web projects within brand, as well as knowledge of print standards and preparing files for press
• Strong organizational, time management, and communications skills as well as superb attention to detail
• Collaborative working style and ability to participate and receive design analysis and critique
• Demonstrated commitment to a diverse work environment, including working with multi-cultural populations and an understanding of, and sensitivity to, issues affecting women and minorities

Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 8, 2022. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Complete the application by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page. You will need to submit the following in order for your application materials to be complete.

Letter of interest addressing all position requirements

Current resume

Link to portfolio or samples of work

Name and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date, if not submitted

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/semoedu/jobs/3608070/brand-designer-marketing-and-communications




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