Responsibilities

• Own design system and asset library to support campaigns and events.
• Translate stakeholder needs into visually engaging collateral across print, digital, and web channels.
• Push brand with trend-aware, creative risk taking to stretch messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, college or foreign equivalency in Graphic Design, Communication, Marketing or related field
• Two years of professional experience in a graphic design role
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative design skills and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of branding principles and brand management practices
• Creative and innovative thinking, with a passion for exploring innovative design solutions and considering novel solutions to problems
• Experience working as part of a collaborative team as well as independently
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines; maintain a flexible attitude and schedule as needed. Evenings and weekend work may be occasionally required.

Preferred

• Two years of agency experience as a graphic designer
• Experience working in higher education is a plus but not a requirement
• Demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development efforts to maintain currency in graphic design best practices and techniques and for the creation of effective and engaging content
• Strong writing skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and other languages will be considered.

Benefits

• New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan (401a).
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
• Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.