*Internal Only* Manager of Creative Services 00386

Christopher Newport University, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Newport News, VIRGINIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 22 Sep 2026

Posting Details
Position Information


Working Title *Internal Only* Manager of Creative Services 00386
Role Title Public Relations and Marketing Specialist III
Position Number 00386
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Full Time
Type of Posting Current CNU/Agency Employees Only
Is Sensitive Position? No
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Designated Personnel No
Responsible Employee
This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
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Statement of Economic Interest No
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Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? No
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Departmental Objective
As the central clearinghouse of news and information, the Office of Communications and Public Relations works closely with faculty, staff, alumni, and students to share “the CNU story” with local, regional, and national audiences. Through strategic integrated marketing, OCPR creates a unified image for the University and provides information through the media, the web, and print materials to a variety of constituencies in a timely and effective manner. Creative services include marketing, public relations, media relations, electronic media, and graphic design.
Purpose of the Position
This position will support the graphic needs of the Office of Communications and Public Relations. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Graphic Design, the Manager of Creative Services will design and execute concepts in support of the university’s brand, and apply these strategies through all university marketing and communications initiatives. In addition, the Manager of Creative Services will create/design most Admission Freshman, Graduate, International, Transfer, Orientation print materials and promotional advertising. Responsibilities also include all materials related to Admission events, including Open House, Signature Programs Day, Admitted Freshman Day, and various off-campus initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of contemporary design and its role in the development of organizational communications
  • Knowledge of graphic art concepts and techniques
  • Knowledge of print production processes (i.e., paper stock, ink, binding, specialty print methods and unique ink applications, etc.)
  • Knowledge of public relations and marketing principles and practices


Skills:
  • Proficiency in design software including Adobe Creative Cloud and specifically InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator as demonstrated through a portfolio of work
  • Skilled in project development processes, from evaluating project needs to managing project timelines to final production and asset delivery
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills

Abilities:
  • Demonstrated ability to independently and collaboratively create and develop design concepts for publications and marketing objectives
  • Ability to evaluate production the feasibility of designs, and to prepare print specification for cost estimates
  • Ability to ensure that all visual assets adhere to CNU’s brand standards and guidelines
  • Ability to communicate with vendors
  • Ability to multi-task and manage workload to meet established deadlines
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma


Experience:
  • Significant professional experience in graphic design
Additional Consideration(s)
Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience


Experience:
  • Professional design experience in a university setting
  • Experience designing print materials
  • Experience with offset and digital printing and processes
  • Experience with project development from inception to completion
Salary Information Salary starting at $56,746 to $70,932, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/ .
Role Code 29093
Conditions of Employment
  • This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
  • Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.
Is this position telework eligible? Yes
Telework Eligibility Disclaimer
This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee’s success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements


Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Marginal
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Non-Applicable
Pushing/Pulling Non-Applicable
Standing Essential
Sitting Essential
Bending Essential
Walking Essential
Climbing Marginal
Reaching Essential
Repetitive Motion Essential
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Emotional Demands


Fast Pace Essential
Average Pace Essential
Multiple Priorities Essential
Intense Customer Interaction Essential
Multiple Stimuli Essential
Frequency Changes Marginal

Mental/Sensory Demands


Memory Essential
Reasoning Essential
Hearing Essential
Reading Essential
Analyzing Essential
Logic Essential
Verbal Communication Essential
Written Communication Essential
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Posting Detail Information


Posting Number PS1257P
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Date 09/04/2026
Closing Date 09/22/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/21199
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EEO/Diversity Statement(s)
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Request
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP.  The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Background Check
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.

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