Senior Graphic Designer Jobs

• Expands the reach of HKS teaching and learning through excellence in visual storytelling
• Elevates HKS research through communications and visual strategies
• Supports fundraising and recruitment initiatives through various channels
• Manages time effectively and set stakeholder expectation while working on multiple projects
• Builds audience engagement through testing and analytics review
• Applies understanding of key audiences to translate research, editorial, and data into layouts, prototypes, and graphics for rich digital and print engagement
• Establishes and evolves visual style guides by synthesizing visual strategies, design systems, and brand elements
• Conceptualizes and delivers modern visual strategy solutions across print and digital products
• Leads design projects and initiatives in a multi-disciplinary environment of print, web, digital, and environmental design driven by curiosity and openness • Contributes to content creation in collaboration with writers, producers, and engagement in HKS community
• Builds on established brand strategy
• Creates and produces digital and print design projects in collaboration with other design team members, digital, multimedia, and editorial partners
• Supports accomplishing OCPA goals as defined by HKS priorities
• Ensures and provides HKS brand stewardship, guidelines, and management
• Multi-disciplinary designer develops and implements compelling visual design solutions
• Develops, presents, and socializes innovative design solutions, supported by design rationale, brand and industry standards, and emerging design trends
• Demonstrates a deep understanding and interest in visual storytelling through the use of graphic design, art direction, photography, illustration, data visualization, and motion graphics
• Designs a range of multi-platform communications products for internal and external audiences

• A minimum of 8 years of professional design experience in integrated, cross-channel marketing communications.
• Bachelor's degree or certificate in graphic design

• Ability to facilitate project brainstorming, develop creative briefs, and lead project team to meet established goals.
• Support HKS digital asset management system.
• Highly motivated and thrives in a multi-channel environment managing multi-project workplan.
• Experience in higher education or public policy a plus.
• Understanding of user experience, web and accessibility standards, and social media platforms
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS. Prototyping and Drupal experience an asset.
• Solid mastery of Adobe CC products (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, After Effects), and experience with Microsoft suite.
• Demonstrated understanding of design principles that connect ideas, create concepts, and deliver effective communications.
• Strong multi-disciplinary portfolio with excellence in design, branding systems, typography, art direction, digital (UX/UI, motion graphics), and identity.
• Photography and/or illustration skills.
• Integrated design approach in digital experience, data visualization, email marketing, and social media platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to build relationships across the organization.
• Ability to accept feedback and work in a professional manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excitement and confidence to advocate effectively for brand standards and design principles throughout the organization.

This position is a fully benefits-eligible term appointment ending April 1, 2023, with possibility of renewal.

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This is a hybrid position based on our campus in Cambridge, MA. As a campus-based institution, we place a high value on the in-person experience, cross-team collaboration, and strong community building in order to create a vibrant campus for our students, faculty, staff, and research fellows. The position is required to work in-person on campus a minimum of three days per week during the academic year. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Salary Range: $74,200 - $126,200
Note: Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.

Communications

USA - MA - Cambridge

CM0957 Digital Strategist I

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Office of Communications and Public Affairs

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Full-time

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00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Education, Identity

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