Job Description
Brand Designer - Marketing and Communications
Southeast Missouri State University Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400350
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Department: Marketing and Communications
Closing: Position Summary
Brand Designer Marketing and Communications Full-Time University Marketing at Southeast Missouri State University seeks a talented designer for a brand designer position. The brand 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
- 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
Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by
October 24, 2024. 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 Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with the requirements of applicable laws, it is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The University believes that a diverse University community advances the academic purposes of the University and enhances the working and learning environment.
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Job Tags
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