Murray State University Hiring for Director of Graphic Design at Murray, KY Full Time

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Job Title:

Director of Graphic Design

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

12 Months

Position Type:

Staff – Exempt (Monthly)

Department:

Athletics Non-Sport Marketing

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for all the static content needs for all areas of Murray State’s Athletic Department, including athletics communications, fan experience, Racer Sports Properties and the Racer Fan Club. Will work closely with the creative team and the Senior Associate AD for External Relations and Strategic Initiatives to continue and highlight the Murray State brand, both regionally and nationally.
Responsibilities & Duties

• Work closely with all external departments in both Athletics and the University.
• Create original designs for assigned projects by determining information flow, content, layout, use of graphics, typography, color, etc. based upon available space, knowledge of layout principles, and aesthetic design concepts.
• Produce organic, cutting-edge content and templates for strategic communications and marketing staff to use in support of social media efforts and advertising campaigns, while also being heavily involved in recruiting, marketing advertisements, print content, and more.
• Organizes and directs photoshoots, including creating shot lists and ensuring correct photos are taken.
• Works closely with creative team and the Senior Associate AD for External Relations and Strategic Initiatives to review creative content for quality and brand appropriateness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, etc.), Final Cut Pro, cameras, lighting and sound.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Previous experience producing and executing static graphics preferred.

Posting Date:

06/15/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Resume
• Three (3) references

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by July 5, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.