Duke University · 1 month ago
Development Multi-Media Specialist
Duke University School of Medicine is a leading medical institution committed to improving human health. The Development Multi-Media Specialist will enhance donor engagement through creative visual identity development and manage design projects that align with strategic communications and branding guidelines.
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Responsibilities
Prepare design layouts, specifications and mechanicals for mail, email, digital, brochures and other printed and graphic materials
Create visually inspiring design layouts for principal gift proposals of $5 million or more to be presented digitally or physically to high-level donor prospects
Coordinate with the SOM Strategic Communications team and DUHS Marketing team on branding standards for development pieces
Serve as primary photography and videography liaison to the SOM Strategic Communications team and DUHS Marketing team ensuring development needs are met. Coordinate photography and videography shoots as needed to enhance visual assets
Create fresh designs that incorporate branding across organization verticals while maintaining brand integrity
Meet with teams as needed to develop design concepts, gather information, discuss alternatives, gain approval and review assets
Paste up camera-ready layout boards including color overlays; select and specify size and position of photographs and illustrations; check printer’s proofs
Analyze and select proper paper, ink, type, illustrations and printing techniques to be used in total production
Coordinate with Annual Giving & Grateful Patient Programs team members to monitor scheduling and overall job production; coordinate interrelated activities with others to promote efficient workflow
Maintain liaison with other Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs team members, as well as vendors (e.g., photographers, printers and writers), to communicate job specifications and ensure deadlines are met
Keep abreast of recent developments and technologies in the graphic design field
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Qualification
Required
Experience in Adobe Suite is a must
Knowledge of print and digital design principles
BA/BS in graphic arts, fine arts or related field required
Two years of directly related Graphic Communications and Design Experience
Preferred
Prior experience in healthcare or philanthropy a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs
Generous retirement benefits
A wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs
Company
Duke University
Duke University is a private research university providing undergraduate and postgraduate education in medicine and other disciplines.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$71.15MKey Investors
North Carolina Biotechnology CenterUS Department of EnergyGlaucoma Research Foundation
2023-02-17Grant· $0.11M
2022-09-19Grant
2022-03-09Grant· $0.05M
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