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Colorado Mesa University Foundation Graphic Designer & Creative Projects Manager in Grand Junction, Colorado
Summary: Responsible for the design, production and dissemination of Foundation, Alumni and Career Services collateral print and web material. Collaborate with Marketing and Communications Department to maintain the university's brand guidelines and to request production of news stories, videos, website, social media, and public relations activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Work in collaboration with Foundation, Alumni and Career Services staff to implement successful marketing programs to increase the visibility, presence and name recognition of the Foundation and Alumni/Career Services. Serve as the designer responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and producing visual components for communication and marketing materials. Integrate text and images into materials utilizing established principles of effective graphic design in accordance with university standards. Work closely with Marketing and Communications Department to execute marketing materials including the Maverick Magazine. Develop communication materials in multiple formats, including design and production of materials to support fundraising, alumni relations, donor development, and career services. Contribute to weekly production meetings for new projects and on-going project evaluation. Ensure proper distribution of materials both online and in print. Solicit bids for print production and evaluate most cost-effective ways to achieve communication goals. Perform and participate in research to envision and propose new, out-of-the-box communication tactics to support fundraising, alumni, and career services goals. Assist execution of social and digital media strategies with design, development and maintenance. Prepare shot lists for photography and assist with management of the Foundation/Alumni and Career Services photography and publication archives.
Minimum Qualifications Requirement: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Expert knowledge/proficiency in: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat Professional (CS6 or later) on a Mac OS. Knowledge of and competency in Microsoft Word and Power Point; familiarity with Excel. Cross-platform (PC and Mac) and Content Management System (CMS) experience preferred. Manage projects within budget, prepare print specifications, review press proofs, and press checks. Experience in publications layout, editing, and writing. Possess an understanding of electronic media; designing for web-based and electronic media. Conceptual thinker and clear communicator with strong project management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects at once and demonstrated creativity in meeting design goals with limited resources.
Preferred Qualifications: Thorough understanding of offset and digital printing technologies; be proficient in preparing files for print. Knowledge of and competency in Microsoft Word and Power Point; familiarity with Excel. Cross-platform (PC and Mac) and Content Management System (CMS) experience preferred. Knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and other social media platforms Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and be comfortable accepting feedback. This job requires the ability to design appropriate material for numerous University clients while meeting tight budgets and deadlines.
Salary: $44,000.00 - 46,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Visit our website for more information!
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 6/16/2024.
How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a: Cover letter Resume Include the name, hone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment. Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
Direct Inquiries Contact: Robin Brown, robinbrown@coloradomesa.edu