Lead Graphic Designer (15618) Jobs

Job Posting Description
Illinois Residency Requirement: This position requires Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date.
The University Marketing and Communications Department is currently accepting applications for the role of Lead Graphic Designer (Marketing Associate) to provide creative guidance, design and production for a full range of high-level print and digital/interactive communications. This role consults with the internal team, Creative Director, and clients to accomplish objectives and creates high-level communication and design solutions while staying within budget and meeting deadlines. The Lead Graphic Designer assists in establishing and maintaining brand guidelines, monitors the usage of wordmarks and logos, including approvals. The Lead Graphic Designer will be responsible for concept ideation and producing and performing creative presentations. Additionally, this position writes project specifications (format, paper, special processes) for vendor estimates and printing orders, helps manage project flow and meets deadlines.
Benefits Package
Benefits
SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at percentage of appointment) including

• SURS retirement plan;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program ;
• University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Supplemental retirement savings plans ;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays ;
• Life insurance;
• Medical, dental and vision insurance;
• WorkLife programs;

For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits
To Apply For This Vacancy
This position is a Civil Service vacancy and closes to applicants at 11:59 p.m. (CST) on the posting end date.
When applying through the HireTouch system, please be sure to complete ALL of the 2023 forms that are attached to the job located under your Applicant Profile box (refresh browser if needed).
Applicants must submit an updated and complete Civil Service Application, which must include complete employment history.
The application is the last form in the document package.
If qualifying by education or to qualify for a required educational prerequisite, you must submit all of your transcripts. Applicants qualifying for veteran’s preference must submit a copy of form DD214 at the time of application.

• Final candidates will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Some positions are represented by a union and may incur union dues.

• For additional information on Civil Service position, please visit: Eligibility Criteria and Point Allocation and Proof of Eligibility -For more on our Statement of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field,
Six years experience in graphic design at a senior designer level, including: creating, presenting and executing visual concepts, ad campaigns and high-level printed communications such as viewbooks and annual reports.
High-level of experience working with Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop as well as PowerPoint, concept ideation and producing and performing creative presentations.
Exceptional visual messaging and communications skills.
Knowledgeable about marketing concepts including information gathering for creative briefs and setting goals based on client objectives and University strategic plan.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree preferred.