Stetson University
Senior Graphic Designer
Stetson University, Deland, Florida, us, 32723
The Senior Graphic Designer plays a crucial role within our integrated marketing department's Creative Services team, focusing on strategic web, digital, motion, and print design projects to enhance Stetson University's visibility. This role demands strong conceptual skills and a solid design foundation to ensure timely, compelling, and brand-aligned creative that supports our marketing objectives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employment duties include, but are not limited to:
Develop and execute concepts for marketing and advertising initiatives
Translate creative ideas into cohesive print and digital media solutions, maintaining consistency across platforms
Provide project leadership under the guidance of the Director of Creative Services, collaborating across departments as a design expert in digital, print, and social media
Lead and manage creative projects from inception to delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines and effective presentation of conceptual ideas to stakeholders
Champion the institutional brand through consistent application of identity standards across all media channels
Stay current with design trends and standards, integrating them into digital and print graphic design
Collaborate effectively within the creative department, communications, and web teams
Contribute positively to group creative discussions and work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Support departmental goals and deadlines through cooperative efforts with professional staff
Perform other site and position specific duties as assigned
Required Skills
Strong communication skills with a deep understanding of advertising principles, design best practices, typography, web and media trends, and print production
Proficiency in web design trends and HTML/CSS, actively contributing to web graphic creation
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Mac platform, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and optionally Adobe Premiere and/or Final Cut Pro
Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining focus on strategic and timeline objectives
Proficiency in both raster and vector base graphics, including photo editing and illustration
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in graphic design or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of graphic design and/or art direction experience in an agency or in-house marketing setting
Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical skills across various media platforms
Desire to join a distinct university community committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration, as it seeks to move Forward Together in making our community and world a better place
Work Environment: This is an on-site position at our DeLand campus. Our Marketing division operates in an open-air indoor environment with 20-30 employees. Noise levels vary but are generally moderate.
Salary Grade: 7
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employment duties include, but are not limited to:
Develop and execute concepts for marketing and advertising initiatives
Translate creative ideas into cohesive print and digital media solutions, maintaining consistency across platforms
Provide project leadership under the guidance of the Director of Creative Services, collaborating across departments as a design expert in digital, print, and social media
Lead and manage creative projects from inception to delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines and effective presentation of conceptual ideas to stakeholders
Champion the institutional brand through consistent application of identity standards across all media channels
Stay current with design trends and standards, integrating them into digital and print graphic design
Collaborate effectively within the creative department, communications, and web teams
Contribute positively to group creative discussions and work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Support departmental goals and deadlines through cooperative efforts with professional staff
Perform other site and position specific duties as assigned
Required Skills
Strong communication skills with a deep understanding of advertising principles, design best practices, typography, web and media trends, and print production
Proficiency in web design trends and HTML/CSS, actively contributing to web graphic creation
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Mac platform, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and optionally Adobe Premiere and/or Final Cut Pro
Ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining focus on strategic and timeline objectives
Proficiency in both raster and vector base graphics, including photo editing and illustration
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in graphic design or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of graphic design and/or art direction experience in an agency or in-house marketing setting
Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical skills across various media platforms
Desire to join a distinct university community committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration, as it seeks to move Forward Together in making our community and world a better place
Work Environment: This is an on-site position at our DeLand campus. Our Marketing division operates in an open-air indoor environment with 20-30 employees. Noise levels vary but are generally moderate.
Salary Grade: 7