Human Resources

Position Title: Art Director/Designer
Department: Marketing & Communications
Status: FT, Exempt
Reports to: Vice President for University Relations & External Affairs

Position Description
The Art Director/Designer is an integral member of the University Marketing & Communications team at Jacksonville University and reports to the Vice President for University Relations & External Affairs. The Art Director/Designer is responsible for all aspects of creating professional and effect designs to target various audiences of the University.

Responsibilities
• Designing and creating printed materials for University administration, departments, and programs with particular focus on marketing and recruitment materials.

• Creating artistically creative designs using desktop publishing software.

• Collaborating with client, fellow staff members and freelance artists.

• Coordinating with publications manager and clients from conception to final product of assigned projects.

• Designing original projects to meet client specifications and that promote a positive image of the institution.

• Selecting papers, inks, photos, and illustrations for University publications.

• Producing quality photos by taking photos, using freelance photographers, and collecting photos from other sources that will best fit design concepts.

• Producing professional illustrations for use in University publications and working with freelance illustrators to meet publication requirements.                             

• Art directing the production of “The Wave,” JU’s semi-annual alumni magazine. Select photos/illustrations for each story and section of the magazine. Work with editor to execute publication initiatives.

• Assisting with the development and evolution of University’s visual identity & graphic standards.

Qualifications
• Must have high-level skills in using MAC based InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, and other professional-level design software packages;

• The ability to work effectively and professionally in a higher education marketing program;

• Knowledge of graphic design and proven skills in creativity, communication, and project management;

• Demonstrated ability to create brand-unified, high-quality print materials;

• Ability to design original quality communication tools

• Demonstrated skills in typography, photography, illustration.

• Strong customer service skills;

• Ability to work accurately & independently, and as a team member;

• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field or an associate’s degree and two years of experience related to the job duties at a minimum.

Applicants should email resume and electronic samples to:

designerforjaxuniv@gmail.com

Jacksonville University supports the principle of diversity and encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. It is Jacksonville University's practice to provide equal employment opportunities for all. (EOE)

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