Creative Design Specialist

Dudley, MA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelOther

Posted 11 days ago

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Design multipage publications, brochures, newsletters, fact (one) sheets, multi-media displays, billboards, digital and print advertisements, and other long-form publications
Develop original print and web graphics, illustrations, charts, graphs, webpages and artwork for use in digital and print marketing and communications, including nichols.edu
Capture, edit and optimize photography; photograph key institutional events such as Commencement, Convocation, new student orientation, etc.; manage college’s digital asset management (DAM) resource
Identify and advise print vendors; ensure product quality and timeliness of printed communication materials and publications; determine standards and most efficient methods of production to consider timeframes and/or cost; evaluate finished product and analyze success of products
Follow established graphic and branding standards to elevate the Nichols College brand and ensure all materials are visually consistent, professional, and aligned with brand guidelines. Ensure accurate use of logos, colors, typography, and layouts across all deliverables and campus-wide departments
Possess strong working knowledge of graphic design and productivity software, including Adobe Creative Cloud, WordPress, Figma, Canva, Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, etc.
Research and manage stock photography and video; manage creative and digital graphics subscriptions; work with outside photographers, including Nichols College student staff; manage work study students as necessary
Maintain an archive of finished creative design projects, timelines and calendars, and other project management tools and resources
Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferably in graphic design, digital communications, or a related field; or technical certification and relevant professional experience in creative and graphic design
High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Pro and Microsoft Office; working knowledge of WordPress, Figma, Canva
Knowledge of best-practice design techniques, tools and principles
Strong portfolio of published work, including graphic design, digital marketing, multimedia and photography
Demonstrated creativity and originality
Effective time management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently
Adaptability and flexibility, including evening/weekend availability
Additional duties as assigned

NICHOLS COLLEGE

Nichols College in Dudley, Mass., is a college of choice for business and leadership education as a result of its distinctive, career-focused, and leadership-based approaches to learning. Founded in 1815, Nichols serves students primarily interested in a comprehensive business education that includes a strong liberal arts foundation curriculum.Within a supportive community of faculty and staff, Nichols College transforms today’s students into tomorrow’s leaders. Our faculty -- many of whom are former business leaders, executives, and owners -- bring unique perspectives to the classroom and workforce to develop teaching methods that promote a meaningful educational experience.Believing that leadership is vital and should be discovered, cultivated, and celebrated, Nichols College encourages the leadership potential in all its students through experiential learning, hands-on opportunities, and individualized mentoring.Nichols College's signature Professional Development Seminar (PDS) Program is a four-year series of one-credit academic courses. Coursework logically builds on the prior year, with first-year students making the transition to college and discovering what it takes to succeed; second-year students learning how to represent themselves and develop their professional brand; third-year students refining their interviewing and networking skills; and fourth-year students launching successful careers.Nichols boasts more than 14,000 alumni and countless success stories of our graduates putting their Nichols degrees to productive use. In general, more than 90 percent of our graduates secure jobs in their fields within six months of graduation. Employers report that our students are well prepared for the professional workforce and effectively present themselves. Nichols College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.

Dudley, Massachusetts, USA

698 employees (46 in marketing)

www.nichols.edu