Art Director I - School of Public Health

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Responsible for providing creative concepts and strategy, design thinking, and design execution in support of School of Public Health communications, marketing, admissions, education and research-focused needs and materials, adhering to standards, guidelines and updated brand. Design needs may include, but are not limited to graphic illustrations to support communication efforts, brochures and other print needs, signage, emails, direct mail, website, video and social media. The art director will work to ensure that designs support brand strategies for WashU Public Health programs and WashU, and school’s annual business objectives. The art director will oversee design and production of printed materials, including the school’s planned magazine. Will work closely with internal team members, external agencies and production vendors.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• As the school’s graphic designer and art director, works independently to create original design, and contribute substantially to product experience with innovative visual storytelling, compelling design and typography and graphics.
• In collaboration with director of communications and other members of communications team, and other teams as assigned, create compositions that influence how content is presented, shared and understood. Interacts with members of the comms and other teams to develop such concepts, and execute and present assigned project(s) to internal team members.
• Leads the creative development of annual School of Public Health magazine and of other print and digital marketing, advertising and other communications that support programs across the school. Develop the overall layout and production design for such projects. Involves leading work to create original brochures, publications, marketing and/or electronic communications.
• Oversees print projects from the initial phase of project specifications, to design, to the final stages of production and distribution. Serves as design liaison when working with outside design services partners on projects. Involves coordinating projects with director of communications and other directors (admissions education, research) to understand the scope of projects and define what is required, including print estimates, job scheduling, and the reviewing of proofs through final delivery.
• Creative Process Management: Owns the creative process as a method to efficiently and effectively move projects through the department. Ensures that the steps in the creative process are being followed and work to continue to improve the process to ensure client satisfaction and effective creative execution. Works to ensure that visual concepts are aligned with brand guidelines and messaging, and share knowledge on this with other members of school as they build websites, create publications or take other steps involving brand.
• Leads on smaller tactical projects, and performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Applicant Special Instructions

Please submit a cover letter, resume and a portfolio showing several examples of work related to graphic design.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
  
  

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Ability to move to on and off-campus locations
  
  

Equipment

• Office equipment
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education:

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

More About This Job

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with higher education, public health, and/or research.
• Experience expressing scientific concepts through design.
  
  

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Adobe Creative Studio, Branding Standards, Desktop Publishing (DTP), Detail-Oriented, Email Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Integrated Strategies, Listening Effectively, Pagination, Photography, Photo Retouching, Printing Techniques, Print Media, Production Techniques, Public Relations (PR), Teamwork, Typography, Understanding of Concepts, Video Design, Visual Design, Web-Based Communications, Web Development Software, Web Graphic Design, Website Design, Website Operations

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
  
  

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
  
  

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
  
  

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.