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Kennesaw State University · 1 day ago

Director, Design Services

Kennesaw, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country, committed to transforming lives through academic excellence and innovative research. The Director of Design Services will oversee the development of the Strategic Communications and Marketing Creative Services team, shaping the University's graphic design strategy and managing the creative direction and execution of the graphics group.

Education

Responsibilities

Oversees the creative design process from concept to completion

Communicates objectives into clear, creative strategies and impactful executions

Collaborates closely with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure cohesive outcomes

Leads and directs the design team in producing marketing and communications collateral, including digital and traditional advertising, brochures, university stationery, and the University magazine

Ensures visual communication and brand standards are met and evolves brand standards as needed

Meets with partners and management to present campaign strategies and solutions; proactively anticipates repeat work and coordinates with Strategic Communications and partners

Reviews creative work, troubleshoots issues, and provides constructive feedback to design teams

Assists with recruiting, hiring, and training design staff; manages and supports the career development of graphic and digital designers

Manages brand visual identity and oversees freelance design contracts

Assess and forecast software and hardware requirements, contributing to capital planning and ensuring alignment with organizational growth and technology strategy

Qualification

Graphic design strategyAdobe Creative SuiteTeam managementBrand developmentMultichannel marketingCustomer service skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsTime managementPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

Eight (8) years of creative experience in graphic and digital design or previous art director experience to include previous team management and supervisory skills

Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license

Able to work collaboratively across the entire communications and marketing team

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlines

Comfort interacting with clients and internal staff alike

Extensive knowledge of graphic fundamentals, print, digital and web capabilities, as well as branding, marketing and advertising principles

Experience with a variety of Adobe Creative Suite software, including Photoshop, InDesign, illustrator, Dreamweaver, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Flash

Strong creative background and intimate understanding of design, copy, and digital web best practices and guidelines

Strong understanding of brand development and multichannel marketing concepts

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Desktop Publishing software)

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills

Excellent leadership, team building, and coaching skills

Strong, persuasive, and presentation skills

Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette