Graphic Designer & Content Creator

**Overview**
SUNY Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Graphic Designer and Content Creator to join our dynamic team. The Graphic Designer and Content Creator plays a vital role in shaping the visual identity of the College and ensures brand consistency across all marketing platforms. This position supports the College in effectively delivering on-brand messaging to our diverse audience of students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. **Responsibilities**
* Creatively design and implement high-quality marketing collateral (print, digital and web) to drive engagement and strengthen the College's brand, mission and messaging. * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and objectives, translating them into visually engaging and effective designs. * Maintain brand consistency across all communication channels, ensuring adherence to OCC's branding guidelines. * Manage and contribute to the College's digital asset library, efficiently organizing and maintaining design files. * Stay current on industry trends and design best practices, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance our visual communications, stretch the brand's potential, and take meaningful risks. * Support other design-related projects as needed, including web, social media, photography, videography, and event support. **Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, college or foreign equivalency in Graphic Design, Communication, Marketing or related field
* Two years of professional experience in a graphic design role
* Strong portfolio showcasing creative design skills and problem-solving abilities
* Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) * Preferred qualifications:
+ Two years of agency experience as a graphic designer
+ Experience working in higher education is a plus but not a requirement
+ Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development efforts to maintain currency in graphic design best practices and techniques and for the creation of effective and engaging content
+ Strong writing skills
+ Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
+ Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered. **Benefits**
* Salary range: $44,000 - $55,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience
* Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
+ New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan (401a)
+ Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included)
* Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers