Responsibilities

• Develop creative designs for a variety of print and digital platforms, including brochures, social media graphics, advertisements, newsletters, event materials, and other digital and print assets.
• Assist in producing and formatting design projects to ensure consistency with Berea College’s brand guidelines.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools to create original graphics and visual elements.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing a library of digital assets, including illustrations and templates.
• Prepare final files for print production and/or digital publication, ensuring all technical specifications are met.
• Assist in content creation and management initiatives, gathering information from students and faculty to inform messaging across platforms.
• Collaborate with writers, photographers, and other team members to develop and refine marketing collateral.
• Utilize web publishing tools to manage online content, including text, images, video, and documents.
• Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty and students.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from Berea College in marketing, communications, public relations or a related field within the last 2 years.
• Minimum of one (1) year of professional or internship experience in graphic design, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in creating designs that effectively communicate ideas to target audiences.
• Familiarity with preparing files for both digital and print platforms.
• Experience with project management in a collaborative setting is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to develop written content for internal and external audiences.
• Understanding and appreciation for Berea College’s mission, including the Great Commitments and the role of philanthropy in supporting the College’s goals.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design tools.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a creative team and with campus and community partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of AP style for magazines and websites.
• Creative problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Benefits

• Our Benefits
• Berea College offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their families including health care, dental, vision, retirement, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and an Employee Assistance Program.
• The benefit package also includes access to the Child Development Laboratory for children of College Staff, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Seabury Center Membership, Staff Development Funds and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Eligible staff employees also receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Part-time employees who work an average of 24 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
• To learn more details, visit our benefits page at https://www.berea.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits.