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 all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation.

Job Description:

Roger Williams University is seeking an energetic designer to build the RWU brand identity. The University Senior Graphic Designer reports to the Creative Director and is responsible for creating original graphic designs and comprehensive layout concepts for a diverse range of print, digital, and multimedia materials, ensuring brand consistency across all university touchpoints.

The ideal candidate will be an independent professional who contributes positively to a team and manages projects to a high level design standard. This position is on campus during the academic year with flexibility between semesters.

Essential Functions/Characteristics

Conceptualize, plan, design, and produce high-level graphic materials across print and digital platforms.
Develop and maintain brand consistency across all university marketing and communications, from campaign visuals to marketing materials and templates.
Lead complex, multi-faceted design projects, managing production schedules, analyzing costs, and developing workflows for concurrent projects.
Determine photography needs and creative direction for graphic projects.
Plan photo shoots to meet the specific needs of campus partners and the photographer.
Guide and mentor junior designers and students, reviewing their work to ensure quality and adherence to brand standards.
Work closely with university departments, faculty, marketing teams, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and translate strategic briefs into visual concepts.
Participate in marketing and production planning sessions, offering creative ideas and contributing to the evolution of the university's visual identity and systems.

Additional Functions:

Assist and share professional design knowledge with members of the design team, interns, and the department.
Support MarCom with clients, the university, and external meetings and functions, participating in presentations as needed..

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, or a related field.
5-7 years of experience in a design role, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in both digital and print media.
Experience with short turnaround times for projects.
Ability to lead multiple design projects simultaneously and manage each from conception through production while meeting deadlines.
Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with other design tools like Figma.
Experience in typography, color theory, composition, and layout, spanning simple design, magazine, and publication layout, as well as digital assets.
Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale and collaborate effectively with non-design stakeholders.
Manage vendors, successfully hire, and coordinate printers, photographers, and signage production and installation.
High attention to detail in typography, spelling, grammar, spacing, and accuracy.

* 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, sex, national origin, 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: jstanley@rwu.edu

Application Instructions:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, portfolio, and list of three (3) professional references.

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