Graphic Designer

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Department:

Kellogg BrandSalary/Grade:

EXS/6

Job Summary:The Brand Creative team at Kellogg is made up of talented and thoughtful designers, writers, filmmakers, strategists and project managers. We're all about highlighting the unique opportunities available to students and alumni that can help them grow as leaders and advance their careers. We are dedicated to our community and work diligently every day to bring the best business minds into our exceptional MBA programs.Here's the thing: We're looking for a Junior Designer to join our team - a passionate designer ready to kick-start their career. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with the Director of Brand Design to craft engaging visuals that truly reflect our alumni community. Your brilliant work will support Alumni Relations and Development (ARD), a dedicated team committed to supporting the Kellogg School of Management and fostering a welcoming, collaborative environment. Together, we'll strive for excellence in serving our esteemed institution and its alumni and friends.This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days a week in office at our Evanston campus.WHAT YOU'LL DOCreate inspiring mood boards, maquettes and prototypes that spark curiosity and breathe life into our visual storytelling.Pitch concepts with passion and collaborate with team members to deliver design work that make our alumni community fall in love with Kellogg over and over again.Assist in developing striking print, digital and presentation materials that ignite a sense of Kellogg pride and connection, motivating alumni audiences to give back and pay it forward.Embrace feedback as a valuable opportunity to refine and elevate your designs, transforming them into something that redefines what's possible.Prepare files for web, print and video, along with spec sheets or design requirement documents, with meticulous care, ensuring exceptional quality that reflects our commitment to excellence.Seek and analyze competitive bids from vendors.Stay connected with the pulse of design trends through proactive research, allowing your creativity to flourish and influence.Skillfully juggle multiple projects while embracing the thrill of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced and vibrant environment.Please note: Some weekend and evening hours as needed.Specific Responsibilities

:Working closely with Director of Brand Design and/or Senior Designer on design and production of all assigned projects on time, within budget and according to creative briefPropose and create original design solutions that meet the brand's needs based on the parameters as specified in the creative briefProduction design of donor proposals and presentationsPrint and email collateral designs for fundraising campaigns, ensuring continuity of design from one platform to anotherEvent collateral design supportCommunicate with the team about your design ideas and choices as well as project progress and statusCollaborate with Associate Director of Multimedia and Director of Brand Design to select photography and illustrations for various collateralKeep current on image trends, photographers and illustratorsWork with retoucher on color correction or compositing for exceptional and best-in-class imagesMiscellaneousPerforms other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in graphic design, art or related field or equivalent professional experience1-3 years of professional experience in a design roleProficiency in design software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects and Figma)Familiarity with business applications (Word, Outlook) and proficiency in presentation applications such as PowerPoint and/or KeynotePreferred Qualifications:Solid understanding of design principles, including typography, layout and color. Animation skills a plus.Keen eye for detail and strong teamwork skillsKeen eye for photography selectionGreat time management and multitasking abilitiesCreativity and a problem-solving mindsetTarget hiring range for this position will be between $57,000 - $65,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Benefits:At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at

https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html

to learn more.Work-Life and Wellness:Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at

https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html

to learn more.Professional Growth & Development:Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at

https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html

to learn more .

Northwestern strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for people who can obtain them as a critical tool for minimizing severe illness. More information can be found on the COVID-19 and Campus Updates webpage.The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on

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