Graphic Designer

JOB TITLE: Graphic Designer 

DEPARTMENT: Advancement & Marketing 

REPORTS TO: Creative Director 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Create print and digital marketing materials to support Dordt University's enrollment, fundraising, and brand awareness goals. Provide quick-turnaround items such as brochures and business cards as needed for academic departments and various Centers and their initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in design projects from concept to completion.
• Produce drafts, prototypes, and engaging design solutions.
• Listen to feedback to hone skills and improve design.
• Maintain and update content and graphics on Dordt's digital properties such as dordt.edu and cace.org
• Design print-ready promotional print materials for Dordt's programs and campaigns.
• Work with the Teaching for Transformation (TfT) team to create and update training materials and classroom resources.
• Create and update displays and signage for in-person events.
• Create promotional materials for schools, adhering to their brand standards when appropriate.
• Assist with event photography and videography, working with the marketing team to cover on-campus events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• A clear understanding and commitment to the Reformed perspective and mission of Dordt University and ability to clearly articulate and communicate the mission effectively.
• Ability to express an active Christian commitment, which shall include identification with a local organized church that holds to beliefs that are consistent with the mission of the university.
• Prospective members of the Dordt University community are expected to agree with its sexuality, gender identity, and sexual conduct policy which can be found on the DU website (contact the HR Office if you need additional information).
• Understanding of design theory and visual element such as layout and typography.
• Ability to apply design theory in a commercial context.
• Desire to adhere to-and help refine-brand standards.
• Bachelor's degree in art or graphic design.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Fluency with Adobe Creative Cloud software, especially InDesign.