Graphic Designer
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Design
Posted on April 2, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Graphic Designer
Position Number
00120A
Department
UNIVERSITY MARKETING
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
Full Time
EEO Category
C Technicians
Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Marketing and Branding, this position will assist the Associate Vice President for Marketing and Assistant Director of Marketing and Branding in mapping out the development and implementation of the university's academic and faculty design needs. This position will be part of the brand team and educate the university community about how to use it.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of graphic design software, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Working knowledge of branding, marketing and communication tactics and strategies.
Working knowledge of advertising mediums, tactics, and operations. Exceptional graphic design skills. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated skill in using multimedia tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint to develop advertising or marketing campaigns, presentations, and/or copywriting. Demonstrated skill in working effectively in a team setting to achieve goals. Demonstrated ability to implement policies and procedures effectively within a decentralized setting. Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with University departments, faculty, staff, and students and outside vendors, agencies and contacts.
Demonstrated ability to use the web, news media and social networking sites for marketing purposes.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Considerable professional experience in graphic and multimedia design, copywriting, and development of creative content for marketing and advertising campaigns.
Considerable experience with branding, marketing and communications in a professional setting.
Some experience presenting design concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
Some experience working within brand guidelines.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Some knowledge of Adobe XD or After Effects. Considerable knowledgeof Microsoft tools (specifically Word and PowerPoint). Considerable creativity skills. Considerable customer service skills to meet individuals where they are and work to solve problems that will satisfy stakeholders' goals while elevating the brand. Exceptional communication skills to articulate brand and design decisions, ideas, and vision. Demonstrated ability to use web-based project management tools and collaboration technologies such as Slack, Teams, Asana and the One Drive space; ability to create and collaborate utilizing these technologies. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex messages through the use of info graphics. Ability to collaborate and build relationships across teams and projects. Ability and willingness to show initiative while working in a team environment. Ability to show discretion and maintain confidentiality. Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously. Considerable experience crafting campaigns and brand experiences for digital, print, email, social, out-of-home.
Conditions of Employment
None
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02585
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
04/01/2024
Close Date
04/19/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Please provide a portfolio of design work.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
Department Home Page
odu.edu/university-communications
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
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 provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Working Title
Graphic Designer
Position Number
00120A
Department
UNIVERSITY MARKETING
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
Full Time
EEO Category
C Technicians
Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Marketing and Branding, this position will assist the Associate Vice President for Marketing and Assistant Director of Marketing and Branding in mapping out the development and implementation of the university's academic and faculty design needs. This position will be part of the brand team and educate the university community about how to use it.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of graphic design software, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Working knowledge of branding, marketing and communication tactics and strategies.
Working knowledge of advertising mediums, tactics, and operations. Exceptional graphic design skills. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated skill in using multimedia tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint to develop advertising or marketing campaigns, presentations, and/or copywriting. Demonstrated skill in working effectively in a team setting to achieve goals. Demonstrated ability to implement policies and procedures effectively within a decentralized setting. Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with University departments, faculty, staff, and students and outside vendors, agencies and contacts.
Demonstrated ability to use the web, news media and social networking sites for marketing purposes.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Considerable professional experience in graphic and multimedia design, copywriting, and development of creative content for marketing and advertising campaigns.
Considerable experience with branding, marketing and communications in a professional setting.
Some experience presenting design concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
Some experience working within brand guidelines.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Some knowledge of Adobe XD or After Effects. Considerable knowledgeof Microsoft tools (specifically Word and PowerPoint). Considerable creativity skills. Considerable customer service skills to meet individuals where they are and work to solve problems that will satisfy stakeholders' goals while elevating the brand. Exceptional communication skills to articulate brand and design decisions, ideas, and vision. Demonstrated ability to use web-based project management tools and collaboration technologies such as Slack, Teams, Asana and the One Drive space; ability to create and collaborate utilizing these technologies. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex messages through the use of info graphics. Ability to collaborate and build relationships across teams and projects. Ability and willingness to show initiative while working in a team environment. Ability to show discretion and maintain confidentiality. Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously. Considerable experience crafting campaigns and brand experiences for digital, print, email, social, out-of-home.
Conditions of Employment
None
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02585
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
04/01/2024
Close Date
04/19/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Please provide a portfolio of design work.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
Department Home Page
odu.edu/university-communications
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
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 provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Media Portfolio
- Other Document
- Yellow Layoff Form
- Blue Layoff Card
- AHP Letter
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