GRAPHIC DESIGNER Job at Ithaca College in Town of Ithaca

Job Summary :

Our Marketing Communications division is dedicated to authentically conveying the IC story. We are seeking a talented and collaborative graphic designer to amplify our impact by joining our team of marketing strategists, designers, writers, communicators, project managers, and multimedia producers. In this role, you will play a key role in advancing Ithaca College’s brand by creating visually compelling designs for digital and print applications. Reporting to the Art Director, this position carries design projects from start to finish while ensuring consistency, accessibility, and effectiveness across a range of visual communications, and supports the division with management of digital assets. Assignments may include everything from editorial layouts to digital ads, direct mail campaigns to event signage : no two weeks are the same. By joining us, you'll contribute to articulating and celebrating IC’s unique place in higher education, enhancing our visibility, and fostering connections within our community.

Job Responsibilities :

• Design print and digital materials for a variety of audiences, including print marketing materials, social media assets, event collateral, digital signage, merchandise, and brand assets in alignment with Ithaca College’s brand standards.
• Collaborate with team members including creative and art directors, marketers, copywriters, and multimedia producers to develop creative solutions that enhance engagement and communication.
• Prepare files for production, ensuring quality and consistency across various media formats.
• Participate in collaborative reviews of brand conventions, offering suggestions for evolution based on your experience as a brand guide user.
• Support campus partners in their own communications initiatives by designing and maintaining Canva templates within Ithaca College’s enterprise system, and managing design review of high-profile content designed by our campus partners.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and internal partners to manage and organize Ithaca College’s DAM system (Widen), ensuring accessibility, metadata accuracy, and proper file usage. Manage content updates for Optisigns, the college’s digital signage system.

Qualifications :

Preferred skills :

This job is located in Ithaca, NY. This position is 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Application Instructions :

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Portfolio of relevant design work required : web, PDF, or other creative formats accepted. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Hiring Range :

63,000 - $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including :

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

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Salary : $63,000 - $65,000