Media Designer Jobs

The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy is a global leader in pharmaceutical education, research and clinical practice. As part of one of the most comprehensive health science campuses in the nation, the college is home to world-class faculty, groundbreaking researchers and dedicated students who are leading the way in pharmacy education, practice and research.

This position is part of the Ohio State University College of Pharmacy marketing and communication office and provides the expertise that conceptualizes, designs and implements strategic and engaging visual multimedia communication for the college. This position also assists with front-end management of the college’s website (pharmacy.osu.edu) and leads website vendor relations.

The Media Designer reports to the Director of Communication and collaborates with other college and university partners to coordinate high-profile design projects for print, social media, email, website and digital screens to connect with a broad audience; designs visual communications involving graphic, typographic, motion graphics and photographic solutions, including but not limited to: reports, print newsletters, brochures, prospective student videos, manuals, forms, web and social media graphics, infographics, posters and event collateral; supports implementation and updating of content management system/website technologies and front-end web designs; coordinates design processes, including production of artwork, submitting final designs for approval, securing of production and costs estimates, and keeping projects on schedule; manages website vendor relationship and contract, ensuring that college utilizes all development hours; explores best design practices for graphics, web, photography and videography, with an understanding of prospective student content development.

This position functions in a conceptual and creative mode, independently coordinating many projects while serving as an integral collaborator on the marketing and communication team.

Required Qualifications:

4-8 years of professional experience; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; deep knowledge of design principles; video editing experience; graphic design and layout skills, including experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and After Effects) and other standard graphics software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of professional printing standards and working with professional printers; understanding of basic web language (HTML, CSS); ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects and priorities; adept at content management and project management programs and systems (Drupal experience preferred); works both independently and collaboratively with colleagues and with a high level of creativity; desire to learn new systems and trends in design while adhering to enterprise brand standards.