Evansville, Indiana
San Jose, California
Danbury, Connecticut
University Park, Pennsylvania
Tucson, Arizona
Charlottesville, Virginia
Waco, Texas
Posted: 18-May-23
Location: Bedford, Massachusetts
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 162533
Title: Graphic Designer
Unit: Non-Unit Professional (NUP)
Department: Marketing Communications
Reports to: Senior Graphic Designer
Date: May 17, 2023
General Summary: This position plays a crucial role in designing engaging digital and print communications including digital marketing ads, infographics, digital and social media graphics, video assets, newsletters, posters, invitations, event materials and other marketing collateral. As a member of the Marketing Communications team, this position will work closely with college members across the institution including Admissions, Enrollment Services, Advancement and Student Affairs to create marketing that supports the college's mission and promotes the college brand in the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design communication solutions from concept to final publication or production for both print and digital media, including brochures, fliers, posters, invitations, digital and social media graphics, video assets, infographics and other associated items
- Create compelling original designs in addition to carrying out previously established visual concepts as defined by MCC's brand identity
- Collaborate with department writers and clients on design solutions that are mission driven, engaging and are in line with the college's strategic plan
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously across a diverse range of media, clients and competing deadlines
- Write comprehensive bid specs and work directly with vendors, including preparing files and reviewing vendor's proofs
- Remain current on practices, design trends and software used by the graphic/digital design industry
- Responsible for cataloging and archiving completed jobs according to office standards
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- An associate degree or higher, completed coursework or equivalent experience in the field of graphic design
- At least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in in the field of graphic design
- Fluency with Adobe Creative Cloud including InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator
- Demonstrated proficiency in Brand Management
- Demonstrated experience creating print campaigns, newsletters, posters, invitations and other materials
- Demonstrated experience creating digital content including, social media graphics and video assets
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
- Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with video production and graphic animation preferred
- Experience designing accessible communications
- PDF Portfolio
- Bilingual skills, a plus
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:
- High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
- Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
- Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
- Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
- 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
- Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
- Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
- Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
- Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
- Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
- Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
- Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell as needed
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire
Expected Start Date: June/July 2023
Application Deadline: June 7, 2023
