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Graphic Designer
Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Two (2) years of full-time experience in graphic design or a related field. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects etc.). Experience designing for both print and digital formats.
*Please Note: Candidates will be requested to submit a portfolio to be considered for the position. The portfolio could be a link to their website or a PDF of samples.*
Preferred Qualifications:
One (1) additional year of full-time experience in graphic design or a related field. Experience in a creative agency and/or in-house team. Experience working with Figma, Sketch and/or Adobe XD. Basic HTML/CSS knowledge.
Brief Description of Duties:
The Stony Brook University Advancement Graphic Designer supports the Advancement division mission by creating compelling visuals that effectively communicate information across print, digital, and social channels while collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure cohesive and effective storytelling. They will assist in creating engaging, visual content for alumni and donor engagement and fundraising activities, maintaining brand consistency across materials, and leveraging industry best practices and data-driven insights to optimize design strategies. The Graphic Designer will work closely as a member of the Advancement Marketing and Communications team and in collaboration with the Constituency Experience and Development teams to support Stony Brook University Advancement’s goals.
- Assist in creating the visual content for print, digital, and social media channels to support fundraising, donor engagement, and alumni outreach. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop visually cohesive materials that align with Stony Brook Advancement and university brand and messaging.
- Support in designing and revising visual assets for presentations, reports, event materials, and marketing campaigns, ensuring all deliverables are clear, engaging, and aligned with Advancement’s objectives. Work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to translate complex information into visually compelling storytelling.
- Assist with graphic design projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with Advancement’s strategic goals. Help review proofs, conduct press checks and liaise with external partners to ensure deliverables meet project requirements.
- Maintain organization of design files, templates, and brand assets to ensure efficiency and consistency across projects. Assist in scheduling, correspondence, and document management to support the creative workflow within the Advancement team.
- Seek opportunities for growth and learning to improve personal and team performance and contribute to the success of the organization. Share insights and best practices, and foster a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Other duties as assigned.
Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Salary : $67,000 - $75,000
