Southeast Missouri State University
Design Manager - Marketing and Communications
Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States, 63705
Design ManagerMarketing and CommunicationsFull-Time
Southeast Missouri State University’s Marketing & Communications department seeks a talented Design Manager to contribute stunning and successful designs and creative campaigns. The Design Manager will lead strategy and a design team responsible for creating art across mediums that elevate SEMO’s brand reputation. The Design Manager is a skilled artist who can develop and direct on-brand creative from concept to final files as well as an adept marketer who understands achieving the goals behind the design strategy.
Primary ResponsibilitiesLead the design strategy and creative process to develop sophisticated marketing campaigns and intuitive identity systems that elevate SEMO’s brand reputation and achieve strategic objectives.Lead and supervise a design team to ensure consistency across all visual communications.Create and manage multiple design and marketing plans and marketing budgets simultaneously, meeting deadline-oriented production schedule and maintaining a high standard of quality.Communicate and collaborate with clients to understand and translate their needs to effective and strategic marketing pieces designed for a variety of external and internal audiences, as well as collaborate closely with the marketing team, contributing creative ideas for new campaigns and programs to drive our brand awareness and demand generation initiatives.Communicate with vendors to ensure all deliverables are error-free and on brand.Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve SEMO’s visual communications. Ensure all designs are optimized for various platforms and devices, maintaining visual integrity and usability.Assist in trainings to make it easy for internal and external stakeholders to understand the brand, be inspired by it, and apply it correctly.Serve as a division/college marketing liaison to assist in development and achievement of enrollment marketing and strategic University goals.Enthusiastically collaborate with team members to achieve University goals, create effective campaigns, and elevate the SEMO brand.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in graphic design, art, technical graphics, marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, or related field.Experience in brand marketing design or a similar role.Thorough knowledge of branding, graphic design, digital design, environmental design, and visual arts concepts, principles, trends, and practices.Demonstrated ability to use Adobe Creative Suite to successfully design complex print and web projects within brand, and prepare final files.Demonstrated ability to execute and manage a marketing and communications plan.Excellent creativity and artistic skills with a keen eye for detail.Superior time management, organizational, and marketing skills with the ability to prioritize and the discipline to deliver projects.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
Application Information:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by
August 30, 2024 . This position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
To Apply:
Submit the following items by clicking on the
APPLY
button at the top of the page:Letter of interest addressing all position requirements.Current resume.Link to portfolio or samples of work.Names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date, if not submitted.
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO):
Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Southeast Missouri State University’s Marketing & Communications department seeks a talented Design Manager to contribute stunning and successful designs and creative campaigns. The Design Manager will lead strategy and a design team responsible for creating art across mediums that elevate SEMO’s brand reputation. The Design Manager is a skilled artist who can develop and direct on-brand creative from concept to final files as well as an adept marketer who understands achieving the goals behind the design strategy.
Primary ResponsibilitiesLead the design strategy and creative process to develop sophisticated marketing campaigns and intuitive identity systems that elevate SEMO’s brand reputation and achieve strategic objectives.Lead and supervise a design team to ensure consistency across all visual communications.Create and manage multiple design and marketing plans and marketing budgets simultaneously, meeting deadline-oriented production schedule and maintaining a high standard of quality.Communicate and collaborate with clients to understand and translate their needs to effective and strategic marketing pieces designed for a variety of external and internal audiences, as well as collaborate closely with the marketing team, contributing creative ideas for new campaigns and programs to drive our brand awareness and demand generation initiatives.Communicate with vendors to ensure all deliverables are error-free and on brand.Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve SEMO’s visual communications. Ensure all designs are optimized for various platforms and devices, maintaining visual integrity and usability.Assist in trainings to make it easy for internal and external stakeholders to understand the brand, be inspired by it, and apply it correctly.Serve as a division/college marketing liaison to assist in development and achievement of enrollment marketing and strategic University goals.Enthusiastically collaborate with team members to achieve University goals, create effective campaigns, and elevate the SEMO brand.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in graphic design, art, technical graphics, marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, or related field.Experience in brand marketing design or a similar role.Thorough knowledge of branding, graphic design, digital design, environmental design, and visual arts concepts, principles, trends, and practices.Demonstrated ability to use Adobe Creative Suite to successfully design complex print and web projects within brand, and prepare final files.Demonstrated ability to execute and manage a marketing and communications plan.Excellent creativity and artistic skills with a keen eye for detail.Superior time management, organizational, and marketing skills with the ability to prioritize and the discipline to deliver projects.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
Application Information:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by
August 30, 2024 . This position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
To Apply:
Submit the following items by clicking on the
APPLY
button at the top of the page:Letter of interest addressing all position requirements.Current resume.Link to portfolio or samples of work.Names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date, if not submitted.
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO):
Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.#J-18808-Ljbffr