Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Advertising, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field from an accredited college or institution
• Minimum of 8 years of professional creative experience, including at least 5 years leading creative projects, campaigns, or teams
• Demonstrated success in leading creative functions within complex organizations, agencies, nonprofits, or corporate environments
• Strong portfolio showcasing brand development, integrated marketing campaigns, visual storytelling, and measurable organizational or business impact
• Demonstrated expertise in concept development, visual design, art direction, and creative execution across multiple channels, including digital, print, social media, video, and environmental design
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and other industry-standard creative tools, with the ability to execute work at a professional level
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining brand systems, visual identity standards, and creative governance processes
• Proven ability to translate organizational goals, audience insights, and marketing objectives into compelling creative solutions
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on creative production and project execution

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or institution
• Experience in higher education, enrollment marketing, advancement, fundraising, or other mission-driven organizations
• Experience working in both agency and in-house creative environments
• Experience leading brand refreshes, major institutional campaigns, or organizational transformation initiatives
• Working knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices for digital and print communications