Northeastern University
Designer
Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.As a member of Northeastern’s Marketing department, the Designer collaborates with others to conceptualize and design creative communications and marketing initiatives for varied audiences. The Designer applies an in-depth knowledge of color, design and typography to promote and elevate the university brand through high-visibility work, collaborating with cross-disciplinary team members and stakeholders to produce a wide range of projects.This position is based on the Boston campus with the option of one remote day per week.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of marketing communications principles and print production processes.Composition, typography, and design skills.Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. Figma and After Effects knowledge a plus.Other skills required include attention to detail; problem solving; initiative; verbal/written/presentation/interpersonal skills.Attributes include optimism, collegiality, curiosity, and humility.Knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through a BA or BFA in graphic design or related field and at least three years of design experience that includes a track record of delivering fresh creative that works and a strong portfolio showcasing digital and print work highlighting skills in composition and typography.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIESPromote and elevate the university brand through high-visibility work, collaborating with cross-disciplinary team members and stakeholders to produce a wide range of projects.Support all aspects of conceptual graphic design, layout, design production, and general aesthetics for the content of several of the University's most important print and integrated communications.Draw creative inspiration from everyday surroundings; ideate and conceptualize new ideas; build and maintain fluency in brand guidelines and apply that expertise across all platforms.Position Type:
Marketing and CommunicationsAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, and commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity .Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions-oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.
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Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.As a member of Northeastern’s Marketing department, the Designer collaborates with others to conceptualize and design creative communications and marketing initiatives for varied audiences. The Designer applies an in-depth knowledge of color, design and typography to promote and elevate the university brand through high-visibility work, collaborating with cross-disciplinary team members and stakeholders to produce a wide range of projects.This position is based on the Boston campus with the option of one remote day per week.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of marketing communications principles and print production processes.Composition, typography, and design skills.Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. Figma and After Effects knowledge a plus.Other skills required include attention to detail; problem solving; initiative; verbal/written/presentation/interpersonal skills.Attributes include optimism, collegiality, curiosity, and humility.Knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired through a BA or BFA in graphic design or related field and at least three years of design experience that includes a track record of delivering fresh creative that works and a strong portfolio showcasing digital and print work highlighting skills in composition and typography.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIESPromote and elevate the university brand through high-visibility work, collaborating with cross-disciplinary team members and stakeholders to produce a wide range of projects.Support all aspects of conceptual graphic design, layout, design production, and general aesthetics for the content of several of the University's most important print and integrated communications.Draw creative inspiration from everyday surroundings; ideate and conceptualize new ideas; build and maintain fluency in brand guidelines and apply that expertise across all platforms.Position Type:
Marketing and CommunicationsAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, and commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity .Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions-oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.
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