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Job Description
Job Description
Summary :
As a staff member in the Office of Communication & Marketing, the Graphic Designer assists with production of a wide range of creative projects for offices and departments across campus. Utilizing a project management system and other available resources, the Graphic Designer provides assistance in the areas of : graphic design; web design (wireframing, content organization, and usability experience); document design; photography and videography.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Design and layout a wide variety of printed and digital assets supporting initiatives and goals for internal and external audiences.
- Coordinate and execute communications and marketing assets required for institutional events including, but not limited to : Matriculation, the Symposium on Democracy, and Commencement.
- Serve as a brand steward and maintain and grow the W&J brand image across all creative deliverables.
- Conceptualize, contribute and communicate ideas to project stakeholders and the larger communications team.
- Accountable for photographing, or for securing and coordinating photography, at special events held on campus as requested.
- Adhere to established schedules and scope while ensuring that quality standards are met.
- Expected to work productively and harmoniously as a collaborative team member and to be able to work and problem-solve independently.
- Be an agile team player who thrives on a collaborative team with a professional and positive attitude.
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn (and share knowledge!)
- Available for coverage of institutional events.
- Manages the Photoshelter system for organizing photography and ensuring that photos are updated and approved for campus use.
Qualifications :
Supervisory Duties :
This position has no direct reports.
Disclaimer
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.
Job Description Status
The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative examples anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.
Application Instructions
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Employee Benefits
Washington & Jefferson College offers a comprehensive benefit package for benefit eligible employees; including health, vision, and dental coverage, group life insurance, AD&D and LTD coverage, retirement plan, generous leave time, and the tuition benefit programs. These benefits add significantly to the employee's total compensation package.
Getting to Know W&J
Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds : a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.
Celebrating Diversity
Washington & Jefferson College welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs who wish to participate in a diverse educational community. The College strives to be a place where all students, faculty, administrators and employees are able to live, study and work in an atmosphere free from bias and harassment. The College encourages civil debate and lively exchange of ideas in the belief that such exchanges promote understanding that will grow beyond simple tolerance of difference to embracing and celebrating the richness of diversity. Our graduates acquire knowledge and learn skills that help them thrive in a culturally diverse world.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, W&J College complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity, or national origin.
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