Communications and Design Associate

Position Information

Title
Communications and Design Associate

Department
Communications

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Hours Per Week
40

FLSA Determination
Exempt

Weeks Per Year

52

Open Date
03/17/2023

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Position Summary

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

Trinity College seeks to hire a Summit Fellow for Communications and Marketing for a two-year position. Summit Fellows work to advance particular strategic goals and initiatives, as well as support College-wide implementation of Trinity’s bicentennial strategic plan, “ Summit .” The Summit Fellow will report to the Director of Design, as well as work closely with the Vice President of Strategic Marketing and Communications and Senior Director of Integrated Marketing on College-wide projects with specific attention toward the Bicentennial and “All In” campaign. As a member of the Communications and Marketing team, the Summit Fellow will learn techniques and various strategies of creative design and production. The Summit Fellow will also learn valuable lessons in marketing strategy and the art of graphic design, photography management, and digital content.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assist with graphic design projects.
• Assist and learn about the print process.
• Assist with the online campus Calendar.
• Assist with student engagement projects.
• Coordinate and organize photo assets, tagging, and curation.
• Assist with office coordination and administrative organization.
• Assist and learn about digital content production.
• Interest in photography and videography is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Must have experience with the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Bridge, etc.)
• Must have experience with the Microsoft Suite of Office applications (Teams, SharePoint, Excel)
• Must be familiar with Photo Shelter or other digital asset management tools
• Must be organized and an excellent interpersonal communicator
• A portfolio of professional creative work is required

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must apply online by submitting their resume, cover letter and 3 references.

Trinity College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination and booster or an approved exemption prior to beginning employment .

Quick Link
https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/2918

Trinity College is an independent, nonsectarian liberal arts college for men and women, with approximately 2,200 undergraduate students and 200 faculty members, located in Hartford, Connecticut. Our Mission is “Engage. Connect. Transform.” As the preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity is an actively engaged community of students, faculty and staff who work together to develop and sustain the intellectual and creative opportunities central to a first-class liberal arts education. Hartford, the state capital, provides many opportunities for cultural and social engagement.

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

For all faculty positions, completion of the Ph.D. or appropriate equivalent is expected. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research. Trinity is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.