Communications & Marketing Website Designer

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4069P

Home Org Name
Univ Marketing & Strategic Comm

Division Name
Communications and Marketing

Position Title
Communications & Marketing Website Designer

Job Class Code
OC19

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Communication and Marketing Website Designer to join the Office of Communications and Marketing team! In this position, you will focus on the visual and user experience aspects of website design, creating aesthetically pleasing layouts, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes while ensuring usability and accessibility. You will also collaborate with development teams by providing detailed design specifications and feedback, and support users with training and quality assurance.

What You’ll Do:

• Craft Stunning Websites & Engaging User Experiences: Design visually impactful websites and web pages that elevate the user journey, making strategic design choices to enhance new and existing features.
• Bring Ideas to Life with User-Centric Designs: Create immersive user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that adapt seamlessly across devices, focusing on an exceptional user experience.
• Lead Projects with Creative Collaboration: Partner with the web development lead and project manager to shape project plans and break down tasks, driving efficient and innovative web solutions.
• Empower & Elevate Through Training & Quality Excellence: Train team members on powerful website tools, and support quality assurance to uphold high standards in design and usability.

Why You’ll Love it Here:

• Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
• Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you’re trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
• Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.

Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum – a seasoned and respected advancement professional – our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement.

Essential Functions

Purpose:

• Design visually appealing and user-centered websites and web pages that meet the needs of internal and partner projects on campus.
• Make strategic decisions regarding design and user experience, ensuring that all new and existing features align with optimal usability and visual appeal.
• Support quality assurance to maintain high standards of design, usability, and functionality.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the web development lead and the web/digital project manager to create project plans that align with team standards and best practices, defining tasks and timelines to ensure project success.
• Train and guide team members and other stakeholders in using website features and functionalities effectively, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development.

Innovation:

• Develop user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that are optimized for a range of devices and interfaces, creating a cohesive and responsive user experience.
• Analyze project requirements and ask targeted questions to gather the necessary details for effective design solutions and continuous improvements.

Production:

• Implement high-quality designs into fully functional web pages, ensuring an optimized and seamless user experience across various devices.
• Support the design process by ensuring all digital assets meet usability standards, working through testing phases to refine and finalize web elements for launch.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience with website design.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Cascade CMS (content management system)
• Working in higher education environment
• Interaction Design (IX)

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$56,940 - $96,800

Job Category
Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
11/05/2024

Closing Date

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/49693
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee
3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No
   • Will obtain within 6 months
4. * Do you have 5 years of experience with website design?
   • Yes
   • No