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Southern Illinois University

Director of Design and Creative Services (CS25-063)

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, Illinois, United States, 62025


Salary:

$85,000.00 Annually

Location :

Edwardsville, IL

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Number:

00442

Division:

Chancellor, Ofc of

Department:

Univ Mktg & Comm

Opening Date:

08/21/2024

Closing Date:

9/4/2024 11:59 PM Central

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Description

Are you passionate about bringing creative visions to life and ensuring they resonate with audiences? SIUE is looking for a talented Director of Design and Creative Services to lead our dynamic graphic design team and spearhead the development of compelling digital, print, and promotional materials. In this role, you'll work closely with our Marketing management team to craft and communicate the SIUE vision and mission, ensuring our marketing objectives are met with flair and effectiveness.You'll oversee the design process from concept to completion, ensuring quality and accessibility for our diverse audiences. As a key player in our brand evolution, you'll collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to translate their ideas into creative projects that align with our institutional brand standards. You'll also champion our brand's visual identity and help implement a comprehensive brand project featuring a fresh, research-driven brand and visual identity.

Key Responsibilities:Creative Leadership:

Envision, design, and produce high-quality digital, print, and promotional materials from start to finish.Ensure all materials are accessible and engaging for our target audiences.Manage and guide the SIUE graphic design team, prioritize projects using a project management system, and delegate tasks effectively.Collaborate with freelance designers as needed to complete projects on time and to high standards.

Strategic Collaboration:

Work closely with the Marketing management team to develop policies and strategies that effectively communicate SIUE's vision and mission.Partner with faculty, staff, and administrators to translate their needs into creative projects that reflect our brand's standards and best practices in design.

Brand Stewardship:

Champion and uphold SIUE's brand visual identity, serving as the University's brand steward.Create, advance, and enforce brand visual identity guidelines and style guides.

Key Project:

Lead the 2024-2025 comprehensive brand project, collaborating with the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications and the Marketing Director.Utilize your expertise in modern design to implement a new, research-driven brand and visual identity, and manage its ongoing maintenance.

Additional Duties:

Perform other duties as assigned to support the goals and needs of the Marketing and Communications team.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine art, marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field.Based on position requirements,

additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position,

may be required:At least seven years of professional graphic design experience, knowledge, and skills, including demonstrated experience planning and executing complex visual designs for communications such as a magazine.A portfolio of creative work that showcases a wide range of successful marketing and communication publications, environmental design projects, and visual identity and branding projects is required.At least seven to 10 years (can be concurrent with above) working experience as a senior designer, art director, or creative director.At least five years of experience managing creative staff, such as graphic designers, with proven ability to lead staff, delegate responsibly, and help staff develop and grow their skills.Experience building and managing visual identity and creative for brands.Experience managing logo trademarking and licensing.High-level experience working with InDesign, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, and other creative communication tools.In-depth knowledge with various printing methods (offset, web, digital) and techniques, types of paper stocks, coatings, and inks.Preferred Qualifications:

Experience implementing a brand.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience directing and managing the work of photographers, illustrators, graphic designers, and creative artists, including internal staff and external vendors.Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.Superior project management capabilities with the skill to juggle several projects at one time.

Supplemental Information

Civil Service Information:

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Application Instructions:

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Illinois Residency Requirement:

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Classification:

State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5004 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: .

Veterans:

Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening:

External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information:

This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation:

If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

Statement of Diversity:

SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran's status.

SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.

To learn more about SIUE's Mission and statement on diversity, please visit:https://www.siue.edu/about/mission-goals-plans/index.shtml.We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu.

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance;University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)Life insurance;SURS retirement plan;Supplemental retirement savings plans;Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;WorkLife programs;Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);Employee discounts (local and national retailers);Flexible Spending Account Program;

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