Graphic Designer

Hillsdale College - Hillsdale, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Hillsdale, MI

Educational Services

About the position

The Graphic Designer position at Hillsdale College is an on-site role focused on creating visual marketing communications that promote the College's mission and brand. The designer will work closely with a creative team to produce materials for both print and digital platforms, ensuring consistency and quality in all designs. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders and a commitment to enhancing the College's reputation through effective graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Design visual marketing communications for print and digital platforms.
• Take direction from the Creative Director and Senior Art Director to translate the College brand through graphic design.
• Update existing marketing materials and design new creative projects.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Creative Team to develop and manage on-brand website and social media graphics.
• Contribute to team efforts that enhance the reputation of Hillsdale College.
• Continue to grow as a designer by improving professional skills and staying aware of design trends.

Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in graphic design or comparable certification and training.
• A strong portfolio showcasing competency in designing marketing brand collateral and advertising for print and digital.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of print layout and web/interactive design experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience preparing files for pre-press.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Higher education work experience in graphic design.
• Experience creating visual content for social media and websites.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills.