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Harvard University · 6 days ago
Creative Director
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director
15+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Plan and oversee the design development and execution of all print and digital products, and all matters related to brand identity in keeping with HUP’s publishing schedule
Design and branding of all promotional activities, advertisements, visual assets for print and digital marketing, and site-specific conference and trade show creative
Submit ideas for projects and oversee the development of all creative content
Supervise all work completed by the creative department
Work with executives and other creative leaders to set project deadlines and content goals
Present project information, including deadlines and budgets to the Director
Recruit freelance print and digital design professionals; negotiate their fees and contract
Train in-house staff to execute designs according to industry standard
Oversee the creative budget in alignment with the Director’s strategic priorities
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in design or related field, plus 15+ years of experience in design, or in-house publishing environment
Minimum of five years successfully managing or leading self-directed creative teams
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, packaging, competency working in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe After Effects, and Canva
Proven track record of designing high-profile publications and bestsellers required
Preferred
Photography, illustration, and hand-lettering skills a plus
Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines
4-5 years of experience in teaching design in a higher education institution preferred
International design experience (outside the U.S.) a plus
Benefits
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year, and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits.
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.
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.
Competitive tuition assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, professional development opportunities, commuting and transportation benefits, Harvard facilities access, discounts, and perks.
Company
Harvard University
Harvard University is a private research university and a member of the Ivy League.
10,001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (183)
2022 (230)
2021 (250)
2020 (217)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$136.08MKey Investors
Alfred P. Sloan FoundationMassachusetts Clean Energy CenterJeffrey Epstein
2022-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2021-08-24Grant· $0.07M
2021-01-01Grant· $1.5M
Leadership Team
Anne Margulies
Chief Information Officer
Carey O'Connor
Leadership Fellow
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