Multimedia Graphic Designer - Global Education - OGE

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Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country . With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintains current knowledge of branding requirements of the university and incorporates them in projects accordingly
2. Maintains electronic files of projects
3. Utilizes Google Analytics and/or other approved platform(s) to analyze web performance, report KPI's and provide insights and recommendations for performance improvement

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
Experience with Canva I
Google Analytics

Responsible for the creative development, design, production management, and administration of graphics for print and digital media, including animation and video editing when appropriate, for use in promotional and advertising initiatives that elevate faculty, student, and staff programs and successes that support marketing campaigns. Ensure all graphic products meet the University's visual identity and brand standards across multiple platforms including, web, print, and collateral materials such as promotional items, trade show banners, etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Creative design development for marketing campaigns, social media support graphics, event and conference materials, and digital, interactive, and print brochures
2. Researches and recommends new technologies and approaches to support client/project goals
3. Develops video content and animation to support communication and marketing initiatives
4. Executes photography when necessary to build and maintain digital asset library of assigned events and faculty and staff activities for the college or department's use in marketing and communication initiatives
5. Manages print and promotional materials production from design and file setup to pre-press and pre-production approvals, color print and production, finishing, ordering, and delivery
6. Coordinates with department team members to ensure collaborative approach and addresses project scope gaps or overlaps
7. Addresses challenges to project success with recommendations for solutions in a timely manner

Educational Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
Required Experience
Three (3) years of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Previous higher education experience preferred
Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

ABILITIES
Able to visually communicate intended messages to a range of audiences through a variety of media including print and digital ad campaigns such as e-books, e-newsletters, printed materials including but not limited to posters, one-page fliers, and magazines
Able to compromise as well as advocate for own ideas
Able to follow up on tasks and to shepherd projects through to completion on schedule
Able to balance original creative design concepts with KSU brand standards and guidelines
Able to create engaging headlines, taglines, and titles to support graphic campaigns that are creative without being cliché
Able to effectively prioritize responsibilities
Able to adjust communication styles to best meet the needs of internal and external clients (e.g., faculty, staff, students, donors, etc.)
Adept at presenting multiple design options and explaining design decisions to senior staff for review and feedback
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines without negatively impacting quality of results or deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud suite of applications including but not limited to Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, Premiere Pro, Premiere Rush, After Effects
Extensive knowledge of graphic design principles
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Excellent attention to detail and outstanding proofreading skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf