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About the Department
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Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Produces final design materials for print (brochures, research summaries, event materials) and web (web pages and graphics, social media graphics, email newsletter materials).
- Leads and manages the content, design, and approval process for key BFI communication assets, including research brief (figures and graphs) and BFI’s weekly newsletter.
- Takes on special video and audio projects to support BFI’s growing multimedia efforts (recording/editing video for events, recording audio for podcasts). Takes photographs of conferences, seminars, and otherwise as needed.
- Manages the design and production of event materials (signage, printed programs, slides).
- Manages the design and production of visual elements for BFI, such as social media, Saieh Hall lobby screen, and Podcast, etc.
- Provides professional support and performs routine assignments related to design projects.
- Works within defined processes and procedures to develop design standards and concepts for University advertising and communications materials.
- Completes a variety of assignments, as needed.
- Creates graphic artwork, such as charts, graphs or illustrations, for various publications, advertising materials and/or customers with limited supervision.
- Assists in the coordination of all graphic production scheduling, including preparing final layouts for print.
- Uses and develops on-the-job experience to complete a variety of assignments, such as coordinating production support with outside vendors, as needed.
- Works within defined processes to ensure that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction.
- Collaborates with members of the BFI communications and events team to develop and lead project requirements and concepts.
- Uses various techniques and templates from the BFI design system to produce print and digital materials.
- Investigates new software solutions for design challenges.
- Incorporates feedback to improve work and revises to approval.
- Coordinates all graphic production scheduling, including preparing final layouts for print.
- Uses on-the-job experience to complete a variety of assignments, such as coordinating production support with outside vendors, as needed.
- Works within processes to ensure that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- BS/BA in design, multimedia, or a related field.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Deep understanding of visual elements (color, type, image, illustration).
- Good understanding of sticking within an established design system (i.e., BFI/University of Chicago brand), while also offering up new, creative ideas for outreach materials.
- Fluency with Adobe InDesign and graphics editing tools (Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Basic video editing and video production a big plus.
- Background with newsletter content and design development.
- Familiarity with WordPress and website management.
Preferred Competencies
- The motivation to maintain and improve design standards.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills; take direction from design and non-design leaders within the organization.
- A keen eye for detail and effectively proof work.
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
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Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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