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This Digital and Graphic Designer produces digital and print-ready graphic designs used in Admissions recruiting and Enrollment Management, but also fulfilling the design needs of on-campus partners including the Office of the President, Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Office of Residential Life, Athletics, School of Theatre Arts, School of Music, and more. The position is responsible for delivering effective, aesthetic, on-brand and on-strategy creative for digital outreach, including banner ads, social media graphics, email creative, brochures, print and digital advertising, and video graphics as needed by University Videographer/Photographer.  This is a full time, on-campus position.  Generous benefits include health options, retirement, considerable time off, and access to multiple tuition programs for employees and dependents.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with Associate Director of University Marketing Communications (UMC) to design and produce the print and digital content for Enrollment Management recruiting team; collaborate with the Assistant Director of Enrollment Marketing; design all key printed materials; design digital graphics for emails and website; design all advertising used in digital banners, outdoor ads and print
• Collaborate with IWU campus partners; design all printed/digital athletic projects including composite images, brochures, pocket schedules, and posters; design for School of Theatre Arts and School of Music miscellaneous materials; design logos and graphics for campus clubs, organizations, and special events
• Design materials that inspire pride and share opportunities with current students, faculty and staff; work closely with Dean of Students on Inclusion/Advocacy materials; design campus pole banners and signage; tracks and maintains updated University accolades each year; create logos/flyers/postcards for various grants
• Work with marketing team to update, collaborate, and complete projects on time; attend weekly meetings and collaborates on the Marketing Council with other team meetings; assist with other designer’s overflow tasks;  shares graphic resources for Slate integration

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or a combination of education, experience and accomplishment
• One year related work experience required; three years’ experience in higher education is preferred
• Proven experience with the Adobe suite of print and digital design software, a portfolio of digital and print design, and a history with collaborative team design approaches.

Application Information:

Please download the application at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/Positions.html.  Please include a cover letter with links to online portfolios/work samples, resume and contact information for three professional references.  Review of applications will begin immediately; position is open until filled.  

hr@iwu.edu

Illinois Wesleyan University

Human Resources, Holmes 209

1312 N. Park Street

Bloomington, IL  61701

Fax:  309-556-1710 (please use cover sheet)

The final candidate will pass a pre-employment background investigation.

$22.72/hr (approx. 44k)

An overview of IWU benefits can be found here. Illinois Wesleyan University does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a community that values a wide range of perspectives and backgrounds among our outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to contributing to and enhancing our community in these areas. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer. Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/SexualMisconductPolicy.html. Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting excellence through a variety of viewpoints.

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