Position Number: 6086-0000-0000-435

Division: Office of the Chancellor

Department/Unit: Communications & Marketing

Section: Communications & Marketing (section)

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Communications and Marketing uses strategic communications to increase knowledge of and support for the university among its various constituents and to enhance Elizabeth City State University's image and identity. We strengthen existing relationships and create new ones by interacting with the media, marketing the university's educational opportunities, programs, services and activities, and conveying the university's key messages. As part of a two-way approach to communications and relationship-building, we also provide feedback from internal and external audiences and improve the image and identity of the university with that feedback.

Description of Work

The Creative Director is the keeper of the Elizabeth City State University brand, establishing and maintaining the institution's visual identity. The position defines the creative vision for institutional collateral in alignment with the brand and in collaboration with stakeholders bridging the gap between business strategy and visual storytelling, ensuring all messaging resonates with target audiences. The Creative Director leads the development and execution of visual concepts, designs, and strategies for the university as well as supports the implementation of trademark and licensing ensuring proper brand usage and cohesion across the enterprise.

Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position

Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and safeguard a comprehensive brand identity across multiple platforms, ensuring consistency and alignment with institutional goals.

Ability to establish and communicate a compelling creative vision, inspire innovative thinking, and guide the development of high-quality visual and multimedia content.

Strong understanding of design principles, visual communication, and audience engagement strategies to effectively translate complex ideas into impactful creative assets.

Proven ability to manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, oversee production workflows, and deliver projects on time and within scope.

Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build partnerships, facilitate consensus, and work effectively with campus leaders, faculty, staff, students, external vendors, and other stakeholders.

Knowledge of trademark and licensing practices, brand governance, and compliance standards with the ability to ensure proper use of university marks and visual identity assets.

Ability to align creative initiatives with institutional priorities, marketing objectives, and audience needs, using data and insights to inform creative decision-making and measure effectiveness.

Minimum Training and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and a minimum of four years of experience in marketing, business, communications, or a similarly affiliated field.

Position Category: Staff

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

FLSA: Exempt

Posting Number: EHRA00598P

Job Open Date: 06/25/2026

Job Close Date: 07/25/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. - If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.

EHRA OSHR Statement: This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

AA/EEO Statement

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Background Check Statement

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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