Senior Graphic Designer

Status:                   Exempt

Position:              Senior Graphic Designer

Reports To:        Vice President, Marketing Communications

About Moore: Moore College of Art & Design is a historically all-women's undergraduate college that has evolved to admit nonbinary and trans undergraduates, as well as co-educational continuing education and graduate students. Founded during the original industrial revolution to advance women in new fields, under principles of inclusivity and opportunity, our mission is more relevant than ever, as technology, sustainability, and diverse cultures drive and influence new and existing industries.  We strive to create a community of employees and faculty that mirrors our student body and offers a range of academic perspectives in their fields.  ​We welcome candidates who value diversity and support the inclusive culture we seek to nurture at Moore. The world needs Moore. For more information, visit moore.edu and follow us on social media @moorecollegeart.

Benefits: Moore College of Art & Design offers a time off package consisting of 41 days paid throughout the year for holidays, winter break, vacation and personal days. In addition, we provide 2 weeks of sick time and offer a great benefit package including health, dental, and a 403b plan with an immediate match and 100% vesting. 

Purpose:  This full-time senior graphic designer position provides creative digital and print solutions for Admissions, Advancement, Student and Academic Affairs and the Gallery and is the steward of the College’s brand standards.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in graphic design
• Minimum 5-7 years of related graphic design and website experience.
• Create and execute original design concepts for websites, print materials and social media channels and/or update edits on existing designs
• Manage design workflows to deliver projects on time and on budget with a focus on using project management tools such as Wrike while working with vendors with proactive communications
• Manage digital asset tool to catalog and manage inventory of images
• Attention to detail, strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing deadlines
• Oversee brand design guidelines for the College and partner with vendors, and colleagues to follow the brand guidelines
• Design within the parameters of the College’s brand guidelines
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Figma, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, AfterEffects and industry-standard design apps and HTML experience
• Experience reviewing and editing proofs.
• Understanding of social media and related needs/assets for Meta, Twitter, Pinterest and LinkedIn.
• Ability to think creatively and collaborate with the Marketing/Communications team working with personnel throughout the College.
• Ensure a smooth process among printers, agency partners, internal College stakeholders and marketing/communications.
• Oversee graphic designer student workers to mentor and guide their work and provide recommendations for design improvements and techniques
• Keeping informed of latest trends and forecasts

Responsibilities:

1. Design creative concepts and manage projects through the design process from development editing, vendor selection, production and completion of College print and digital projects.  
2. Assist with proofing process and proof work for print and design specifications and consistencies. Remain up-to-date on and follow College Brand Guidelines and Editorial Standards.
3. Keep track of production timelines and report to Vice President of Marketing & Communications on status of deliverables.
4. Communicate with in-house clients to establish and maintain goals, and delivery timeframes.
5. Create assets for social media, advertising and other print and/or digital campaigns.
6. Supervise graphic design student workers on projects providing feedback and mentorship on their work.
7. Stay up-to-date with latest technology and industry trends.
8. Maintain organized file system and file backups on Moore shared drives
9. Attend meetings with colleagues throughout the College to support their strategic design requests
10. Other department duties as assigned.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

No physical demands. Office settings.  May require extended work hours when “on deadline” and weekend participation in major events as needed

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed.  These are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as so classified.

The College adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, handicap or disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other College-administered programs and employment practices. Retaliation is also prohibited.  Read Moore's full compliance statement https://moore.edu/non-discrimination-policy/