Graphic Designer Job at Southeastern University in Lakeland

Position requires excellence in design, great attention to detail, resilience to see projects through to completion, and the ability to be a strong team player.Organizational RelationshipsReports to: Director of Creative ServicesSupervisory Responsibility: N/AIndirect Supervisory Responsibility: N/AEssential DutiesMaintain branding guidelines for the UniversityDesign and produce print collateralDesign ads, billboards, website graphics, logos, social media graphics and other projects in various formatsWork with the digital team to design for the SEU.edu website and other applicationsCommunicate with other departments to develop content for projectsWork with printers and other vendors to gather specifications and cost estimates for projectsAdditional / Non Essential DutiesAll remaining duties are considered “nonessential” within the context of the ADA, which means that the function could be reassigned to another employee in order to allow a disabled individual to hold the position. Alternatively, the manager could try to provide a reasonable accommodation so that the disabled individual could perform the function.LocationLakeland Downtown CampusQualificationsEducationRequired:Bachelor’s in Graphic Design, Marketing, Art, Communications or other related fields.Preferred:Master’s in Graphic Design, Marketing, Art, Communications or other related fields.Licenses / CertificationsPreferred:Adobe Certified Expert (ACE), specializing in Adobe Creative Cloud software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and more.ExperienceRequired:Minimum of three years of relevant work experience.Preferred:Higher education marketing and communications experience.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesRequired:Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite applications such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.Strong conceptual skills with the ability to execute from concept through production.Experience in print production and working knowledge of printing processes.Experience in digital design and the web development process.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and assets.Ability to work within accelerated timelines and maintain production quality.Able to work well within a creative team.Preferred:Previous experience with project management tools such as Asana or similar software.Familiarity with creative processes and working with creative teams.Knowledge of marketing strategies and digital media production.Previous experience in Higher Education.Work EnvironmentAll employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.Physical RequirementsNoneTravelNoScheduleM-F, 9-5TrainingAll new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90-day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment.Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management.Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.