Senior Director of Visual Design (10008553)

The Senior Director of Visual Design serves as a key leader within Vanderbilt University's Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) division, responsible for advancing a unified, strategic and donor-centered visual communications approach. This role partners closely with internal DAR teams and collaborates with the university's division of Communications and Marketing (MarComm) to develop and execute visual communications across a variety of media that inspire philanthropy, steward key donors, deepen engagement and demonstrate impact. Materials will include meeting collateral (presentations, takeaways), strategy slides and resources to bring DAR's values and leadership principles to life.Create, promote and monitor an innovative graphic design program by defining and achieving standards for engaging communications while focusing on partnership and service delivery.Create images, charts and infographics which effectively communicate key messages and can be incorporated into digital presentations, print and web projects.Present visual concepts and ideas in an organized, effective and thoughtful way.Partner with colleagues including DAR's leadership team, development and alumni engagement teams, and DAR's Advancement Information Services team to visually communicate (or just communicate) university priorities and progress.Collaborate in the development and implementation of communication strategies for all campaign communications projects and evolving DAR initiatives.Ensure consistency across all platforms and compliance with Vanderbilt's brand guidelines, design and content standards.Participate in meetings and stay abreast of changing regulations, procedures, innovations, trends and emerging technologies pertaining to the field of communications and design; communicate business implications of new regulations and standards.Using available project management systems, build and maintain a workflow that utilizes design team expertise and maximizes productivity while encouraging team professional growth and satisfaction.Lead, mentor and support a high-performing team.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Supervisory Relationships: This position will be located in the Nashville, TN area. We understand you are unique and have a story.