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Arts and Science Graphic Designer
Virginia Jobs, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
The Office of the Dean of the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences is looking to fill an inaugural position:
Graphic Designer .
Delivering that content brings the Arts & Sciences priorities to life via creative and visual storytelling of A&S initiatives, accomplishments and research across all channels to engage our core audiences. They will work closely with the Directors on the Marketing leadership team as well as the full team of content creators, and will be closely aligned with the strategic objectives of Arts & Sciences.
The Graphic Designer , reporting to the Associate Director of Content, will be an integral part throughout the creative process - from concept development to final visual execution - to translate Marketing strategy into clear, effective, and on-brand communications efforts that are relevant and compelling across multiple channels, including digital, print, and social media.
The successful candidate will be familiar with emerging design and digital trends, with experience executing integrated marketing concepts across print, digital, and social platforms. They will have demonstrated understanding of page layout, typography, color theory, digital accessibility, and application of assets such as photography, illustration, and other digital graphics. They will also have experience in the creation of marketing materials that are part of an established brand identity, articulate creative strategies, and maintain high visual standards.
Specifically, they will be responsible for following:Work as a member of the Arts & Sciences Marketing team to generate compelling marketing and communications efforts, with key responsibility for the visual design of these efforts
Collaborate with creative professionals including photographers, videographers, and printers to provide art direction and assist in the creation of projects and campaigns
Collaborate with key stakeholders to create compelling content that reflects Arts & Science's voice and resonates with the audiences
Utilize design techniques; tools and principles; and advanced layout and typography to articulate A&S' marketing strategy in fresh, effective, and accessible ways
Implement brand identity across all touchpoints and developing materials to support
Honor the A&S and the University's graphic standards, techniques, methods, and style guides in the design process
Participate in creative briefings, project meetings, design review, and content planning meetings
Vetting and coordinating with appropriate vendors engaged to produce creative work on behalf of Arts & Sciences, as needed
Own A&S digital assets library - photos of students, faculty, grounds
Support content workflow based on an understanding of production timelines
Support development of key leadership presentations, such as Dean's PowerPoint presentations
In coordination with other members of the Marketing team, A&S, UVA, and the College Foundation , be astute to the broader community and ensure that messages are amplified in an appropriate way and tone
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience
A creative, conceptual thinker with advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles including graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Demonstrated understanding of page layout, typography, color theory and choice/application of assets such as photography, illustration, and other digital graphics
Familiarity with the creative process including the development and ownership of a project from concept through final production and knowledge of pre-press and printing processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrate critical thinking skills and strong problem solving capabilities
Passionate about understanding current and emerging design and digital trends, with experience executing marketing concepts across multiple platforms
Collaborative, deadline-driven, willing to take creative direction, and able to manage successfully several projects at once
Familiarity with the creative process including the development and ownership of a project from concept through final production and knowledge of pre-press and printing processes.
Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed capacity across Arts & Sciences, the University, and broader audiences
Multimedia capabilities such as experience designing within a Content Management System (such as Drupal), and responsive web and mobile platforms.
Experience in simple animation using Adobe After Effects
User experience/interface design
Experience with brand development, strongly branded organizations and/or higher education
Anticipated Hiring Range
: $65,000 to $85,000
This position is located in Charlottesville, VA. A hybrid work schedule may be available, dependent upon the needs of the department and the incumbent's performance.
This is an Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.
This position will remain open until filled . This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
To Apply:
Please visit UVA job board: https://jobs.virginia.edu and search for "R0062110"
Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile, search Find Jobs and then R0062110 . Complete an application online and include the following documents:
CV
Cover letter
Access to portfolio of materials showing examples of work, either via attachment or digital portfolio link
Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.
References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.
For questions about the application process, please contact Rhiannon O'Coin, Senior Academic Recruiter rmo2r@virignia.edu
For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Graphic Designer .
Delivering that content brings the Arts & Sciences priorities to life via creative and visual storytelling of A&S initiatives, accomplishments and research across all channels to engage our core audiences. They will work closely with the Directors on the Marketing leadership team as well as the full team of content creators, and will be closely aligned with the strategic objectives of Arts & Sciences.
The Graphic Designer , reporting to the Associate Director of Content, will be an integral part throughout the creative process - from concept development to final visual execution - to translate Marketing strategy into clear, effective, and on-brand communications efforts that are relevant and compelling across multiple channels, including digital, print, and social media.
The successful candidate will be familiar with emerging design and digital trends, with experience executing integrated marketing concepts across print, digital, and social platforms. They will have demonstrated understanding of page layout, typography, color theory, digital accessibility, and application of assets such as photography, illustration, and other digital graphics. They will also have experience in the creation of marketing materials that are part of an established brand identity, articulate creative strategies, and maintain high visual standards.
Specifically, they will be responsible for following:Work as a member of the Arts & Sciences Marketing team to generate compelling marketing and communications efforts, with key responsibility for the visual design of these efforts
Collaborate with creative professionals including photographers, videographers, and printers to provide art direction and assist in the creation of projects and campaigns
Collaborate with key stakeholders to create compelling content that reflects Arts & Science's voice and resonates with the audiences
Utilize design techniques; tools and principles; and advanced layout and typography to articulate A&S' marketing strategy in fresh, effective, and accessible ways
Implement brand identity across all touchpoints and developing materials to support
Honor the A&S and the University's graphic standards, techniques, methods, and style guides in the design process
Participate in creative briefings, project meetings, design review, and content planning meetings
Vetting and coordinating with appropriate vendors engaged to produce creative work on behalf of Arts & Sciences, as needed
Own A&S digital assets library - photos of students, faculty, grounds
Support content workflow based on an understanding of production timelines
Support development of key leadership presentations, such as Dean's PowerPoint presentations
In coordination with other members of the Marketing team, A&S, UVA, and the College Foundation , be astute to the broader community and ensure that messages are amplified in an appropriate way and tone
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience
A creative, conceptual thinker with advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles including graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Demonstrated understanding of page layout, typography, color theory and choice/application of assets such as photography, illustration, and other digital graphics
Familiarity with the creative process including the development and ownership of a project from concept through final production and knowledge of pre-press and printing processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrate critical thinking skills and strong problem solving capabilities
Passionate about understanding current and emerging design and digital trends, with experience executing marketing concepts across multiple platforms
Collaborative, deadline-driven, willing to take creative direction, and able to manage successfully several projects at once
Familiarity with the creative process including the development and ownership of a project from concept through final production and knowledge of pre-press and printing processes.
Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed capacity across Arts & Sciences, the University, and broader audiences
Multimedia capabilities such as experience designing within a Content Management System (such as Drupal), and responsive web and mobile platforms.
Experience in simple animation using Adobe After Effects
User experience/interface design
Experience with brand development, strongly branded organizations and/or higher education
Anticipated Hiring Range
: $65,000 to $85,000
This position is located in Charlottesville, VA. A hybrid work schedule may be available, dependent upon the needs of the department and the incumbent's performance.
This is an Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.
This position will remain open until filled . This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
To Apply:
Please visit UVA job board: https://jobs.virginia.edu and search for "R0062110"
Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile, search Find Jobs and then R0062110 . Complete an application online and include the following documents:
CV
Cover letter
Access to portfolio of materials showing examples of work, either via attachment or digital portfolio link
Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.
References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.
For questions about the application process, please contact Rhiannon O'Coin, Senior Academic Recruiter rmo2r@virignia.edu
For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.