Creative Brand and Design Specialist 1

The class works under general supervision and electronically designs and coordinates printed and digital communication materials and publications. Identifies and advises print vendors of services needed; ensures product quality and timeliness of printed communication materials and publications; determines standards and most efficient methods of production to consider timeframes and/or cost; uses mediums as appropriate to design publications and reviews final draft before printing; evaluates finished product and analyzes success of print media; works with editorial team, other departmental personnel, and/or external consultants and/or advertisement agents to develop creative concepts; directs and locates available graphic support materials. Recommends policies and procedures in regards to graphic design, media, printing methods, papers, and inks for projects; develops visual concepts and coordinates design projects with staff and/or vendors to discuss scope of work, establish deadlines, identify specifications, cost controls, and quality products; creates and/or edits content for graphic designs; coordinates purchase of materials and/or services with vendors for digital output of proofs, color imaging, and print services. Knowledge of: university policies and procedures related to marketing, design projects, and communications; the most current university branding to ensure visual marketing consistencies*; graphic design; appropriate visual treatments and techniques. Strong Photoshop editing skills and an established design portfolio.