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University of Michigan

Graphic Designer and Social Media Coordinator

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113


Graphic Designer and Social Media Coordinator

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How to Apply

A cover letter, resume, and portfolio are required for consideration for this position. The cover letter should be included in the same document as your resume and should specifically address your interest in this position and highlight related skills and experience.

The Ford School is committed to providing a positive and inclusive work environment. This includes providing employees with flexible work opportunities. This position will generally be expected to work in the office 3-4 days/week

Job Summary

The Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy's Marketing & Communications Office is responsible for advancing the School's visibility and reputation with prospective students, alumni, donors, academic and policy communities, and other audiences.

We seek a creative, collaborative Marketing and Communications Specialist with strong design and social media skills to help us achieve our mission.

You will design and produce creative, strategic Ford School communications material, including print and digital brochures, videos, posters, ad campaigns, web content, social graphics, brand elements, and other collateral. You will also play key production and creative roles in the school's earned and paid social media strategies. You will report to the Director of Marketing & Communications and be part of a strong team of social and design professionals led by the Assistant Director for Digital Strategies.

The Ford School is one of the nation's foremost policy schools, housed at one of the world's great public universities. We inspire and prepare diverse leaders grounded in service, conduct transformational research, and collaborate on evidence-based policymaking to take on our communities' and our world's most pressing challenges. Our dedication to the public good is grounded in ourcore values (https://fordschool.umich.edu/mission-values) and inseparable from ourcommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://fordschool.umich.edu/dei/dei-10-key-results) . We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who will contribute to the diversity of our school. To learn more about the Ford School, readAbout Us (https://fordschool.umich.edu/about) .

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off

A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Paid parental leave

Responsibilities*

Design (50%): Leverage and expand the boundaries of the Ford School's strong brand identity to bring our storytelling to visual life.

Design (primarily with Adobe CS) a wide range of print and digital strategic, compelling pieces for Ford School programs, research centers, and initiatives, including brochures, one-pagers, banners, posters, briefs, ads, infographics, and more.

Manage multiple projects from a number of stakeholders, providing clear communication around timeline and expectations

Provide logo, template, design, and photography consultation and support to many customers around the school

Social media (50%)

Create compelling content for our active social media channels, working with a team of colleagues and student employees.

Design custom creative for events, news, and initiatives on social throughout the year

Draft paid campaign designs, copy, and audiences; adjust campaigns based on the latest trends and/or historical data; report on campaign performance.

Social media listening, analytics, and reporting

Curate videos to go out via our website/emails/social media, managing design file backups and audio/video licensing

Expertise in video analytics (views, engagement, drop-off) to inform new projects

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

1+ years of professional experience in graphic design

1+ years of experience in social media management

Experience with Adobe CS and other design software and technologies, including After Effects

Experience with Google Ads, Meta (Facebook & Instagram), LinkedIn, Twitter, and tracking performance in Google Analytics

Strong writing skills

Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage time to meet deadlines.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

252826

Working Title

Graphic Designer and Social Media Coordinator

Job Title

Mktg Communications Specialist

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

School Pub Policy

Department

G. Ford Sc Pub Pol

Posting Begin/End Date

8/12/2024 - 9/01/2024

Salary

$50,000.00 - $58,000.00

Career Interest

Communications & Marketing

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