Roger Williams University Looking for Senior Graphic Designer, Marketing and Communications Full Time

Company Description:

At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve
challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight
schools of study including Rhode Island’s only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With
small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength
of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded
knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so
that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today’s employers demand.

Roger
Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion
and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong
learning, professional development, and academic innovation. To learn more about Roger Williams University’s commitment and support of
diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.rwu.edu/who-we-are/diversity-equity-inclusion.

Job Description:

Under the
direction of the Creative Director, the Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for the creation of professional design solutions for
University marketing materials, campaigns, and related materials. The Senior Graphic Designer works closely with team colleagues to develop
audience appropriate layouts for print and online marketing efforts that support the University’s brand and initiatives.  

Graphic Design and Support

• Create, develop, and execute new, while revising existing, design
  directions/elements for digital and print mediums.
• Oversee and manage the work flow of all design projects to graphic designer and
  outside vendors as needed.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with team members and other departments to take projects from
  idea to completion.
• Create or source design elements in support of larger initiatives at the direction of the Creative
  Director. 
• Train, manage, and develop the design knowledge of the graphic designer.

Cross-Media Campaign
Management

• Manage the creation, development and implementation of new and existing design directions for digital
  marketing campaigns including display, email, website, and video components. 

Visual Identity Development,
Promotion, and Reinforcement

• Maintain a clear understanding of University branding and the variety of visual assets
  (logos, photography, etc.) retained by the University and the design standards that regulate their use. 
• Apply knowledge of best
  practices and conceptualization principles to ensure a consistent visual identity is carried out in projects.

Partner Presentations

• Present designs to a range of University partners in a clear, concise, and
  professional manner.
• Tactfully and professionally defend the design rationale while knowing when compromise is warranted. 

Team Leadership

• Provide direction to other designers, interns, and freelancers on specific
  projects.
• Educate colleagues on specific design, production, project, and software related details.
• Work directly with
  vendors to provide necessary input for project completion.

Art Direction of Photography

• Determine photography needs and creative direction for graphic projects.
• Plan photo shoots to meet the specific needs of our
  campus partners and the photographer.

Additional Functions:

• Provide assistance to, and
  share professional design knowledge with, members of the design team, interns, and department.
• Occasionally represent the Department
  at client, University, and external meetings and functions, taking part in presentations when needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of four years
  graphic design work experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of Mac computer platform and Adobe CS4 Creative Suite or
  higher.
• Familiarity with working successfully with printers, photographers, and clients.
• Ability to lead multiple design
  projects simultaneously and manage each from conception through production while meeting deadlines.
• High attention to detail in
  typography, spelling, grammar, spacing, and accuracy.
• Organizational skills to prioritize, take initiative, follow projects through
  to completion and manage multiple tasks while ensuring the highest level of quality.
• Experience providing art direction, guidance,
  and assignments to designers.
• Proven experience preparing files for a variety of printing processes.
• Understanding of best
  practice for creating digital and social media creative elements and working on websites including the Drupal content management
  system.
• Professional design experience in the field of higher education, advertising, or another related industry.

* At the University’s discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to
the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success
in the position.

Additional Information:

Roger Williams University is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and
activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate
in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed
below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment
Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX
COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: [email protected]

Salaries for new hires at Roger Williams University usually fall within
the minimum and midpoint salary ranges.
$54,267 – $65,000

Application Instructions:

Please
attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to
listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute
to RWU’s diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.