Graphic Designer & Content Creator - Onondaga Community College

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for visual storytelling and a knack for bringing ideas to life through compelling design? Onondaga Community College (OCC) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Graphic Designer and Content Creator to join our dynamic team.

The Graphic Designer and Content Creator plays a vital role in shaping the visual identity of the College and ensures brand consistency across all marketing platforms. This position supports the College in effectively delivering on-brand messaging to our diverse audience of students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creatively design and implement high-quality marketing collateral (print, digital and web) to drive engagement and strengthen the College's brand, mission and messaging.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and objectives, translating them into visually engaging and effective designs.
• Maintain brand consistency across all communication channels, ensuring adherence to OCC's branding guidelines.
• Manage and contribute to the College's digital asset library, efficiently organizing and maintaining design files.
• Stay current on industry trends and design best practices, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance our visual communications, stretch the brand's potential, and take meaningful risks.
• Support other design-related projects as needed, including web, social media, photography, videography, and event support.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, college or foreign equivalency in Graphic Design, Communication, Marketing or related field
• Two years of professional experience in a graphic design role
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative design skills and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of agency experience as a graphic designer
• Experience working in higher education is a plus but not a requirement
• Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development efforts to maintain currency in graphic design best practices and techniques and for the creation of effective and engaging content
• Strong writing skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of branding principles and brand management practices
• Creative and innovative thinking, with a passion for exploring innovative design solutions and considering novel solutions to problems
• Experience working as part of a collaborative team as well as independently
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines; maintain a flexible attitude and schedule as needed. Evenings and weekend work may be occasionally required

Additional Information:

• Salary range is: $44,000 - $55,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.

• Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:

• New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan (401a).

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).

• Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.

Application Instructions:

• To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter at time of application.
• The three (3) references listed on the application must be professional references, two of which must be current or former supervisors. Finalists will be contacted prior to references being checked.
• Offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire.

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