Marketing and Communications Coordinator - Graphic Design
Student Success, Inclusion & Belonging
Job Summary
Student Success, Inclusion & Belonging (SSIB) units provide support for students to reach their personal, academic, and professional goals through curricular and co-curricular engagement opportunities. Our work is rooted in the goals of being more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We strive to create a sense of belonging for students and other members of the university community. The Marketing and Communications Coordinator-Graphic Design will create, design, and maintain digital and print marketing and communications materials for Student Success, Inclusion & Belonging and its substituent units.
Duties & Responsibilities
Graphic Design and Communications
Create visual marketing and communication materials/campaigns - such as posters, digital advertisements, social media graphics, event signage, multipage publications, etc. -- that have quantifiable objectives, meet established timelines, and are strategically targeted for various audiences including current students, prospective students, faculty, staff, administrators, families, and alumni;
Take direction from the Sr. Associate Director for Marketing & Communications, who will be leading overall design.
Develop and execute marketing and storytelling campaigns for SSIB and its' units;
Collaborate with SSIB staff/clients to manage the development, coordination and approvals for design projects and needs.
Communicate with vendors to obtain quotes, provide project instruction (including print specifications), and deliver final artwork files.
Brand Management
Maintain a consistent brand across all communications channels and formats in adherence with Illinois and Student Affairs brand and visual identity standards;
Oversee and update templates for use across multiple platforms for use by all SSIB units;
Maintain and organize files and digital assets;
Website Design and Content Management
Assist in managing and developing website content and frameworks for SSIB units;
Organization, Administration and Other
Supervise unit staff, as needed;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, graphic design, advertising, or a closely related field.
Experience:
One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Three (3) years (36 months) of professional working experience in marketing, public relations, communication, brand management, or a related professional area.
One (1) year (12 months) of professional working experience in graphic design, implementing of marketing campaigns, or creation of digital and print marketing materials;
One (1) year (12 months) of professional working experience in website design, content management, or other website management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent visual design skills including typography, color matching, and understanding of layout and graphic design principles.
Advanced skills in current design software including Adobe Creative Cloud.
Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous design projects.
Professionalism and ability to interact with diverse staff stakeholders.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
Skill in time management, organizing work assignments, and responding quickly and effectively to challenges.
Openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to interaction with all people, understand individual differences, and relate with a diverse student and staff population.
Knowledge of Drupal content management system.
Understanding of best practices for accessible and responsive design in digital environments.
Experience designing materials for diverse audiences.
Experience designing for a broad variety of platforms and vehicles - from print to digital to social media.
Broad, general knowledge of higher education and an understanding of the Urbana-Champaign campus academic and administrative structure.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5004 - Marketing Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 6/17/2024. Salary for this position begins at $59,000.
Please note: This position is unable to support candidates who require work authorization sponsorship.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Sunday, May 19th, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Please make sure to upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references when applying . Additionally, if you have your transcripts please upload those as well. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Keri Collins at keric@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
