Fordham University Hiring for Senior Graphic Designer at New York, NY Full Time

Senior Graphic Designer

Marketing and Communications, Lincoln Center

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York
City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools. 

• Fordham University offers a comprehensive and
  competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
  insurance.
• We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents 
• A
  generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
• As a tax-exempt organization under section
  501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan
  Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and
  certain nonprofit employers.
• As part of its work-life balance program, the University
  provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between
  Christmas and New year.
• University employees have access to the Employee
  Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help
  employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Position Summary

The Senior Graphic Designer develops and executes creative concepts for effective recruitment, retention and fundraising
communications including one- to four-color print publications, digital advertising, and online communications.

This
position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement pursuant to University’s Hybrid/Remote Work Policy. Please review the policy
here:

https://www.fordham.edu/info/30810/hybridremote_work_policy/

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with internal team and other administrators and faculty to develop marketing and communications materials (print and
  online, including art for websites and social media).
• Conceptualizes, implements, and art directs multi-platform campaigns that
  support overall University and departmental strategic goals.
• Manages the production life cycle of projects from design development
  to delivery of finished materials, including sending proofs, receiving feedback from clients, and analyzing metrics.
• Collaborates
  with senior management and the University design team to create and maintain the University’s visual brand. Participates in the
  development and enforcement of University graphic identity standards.
• Assists in the management of a digital asset management
  system and enforcement of metadata standards and uniform uploading processes.
• Works with in-house and third-party photographers for
  events and general campus photo shoots and art direct photo shoots as needed.
• Communicates with outside vendors on projects as
  needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or communications
  design.
• Minimum of seven years experience in print and online publications and graphics including website design, print and online
  advertising, and email marketing
• Understanding of user interface design and basic HTML and CSS.
• Ability to think
  critically and develop advanced, creative designs based on concepts and the target audience.
• Ability to conceptualize and implement
  multi-platform campaigns that support overall University strategic goals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within tight
  deadlines within budget.
• Experience with photography including digital cameras and scanning and digital asset management.
• Demonstrated Mac OS X experience, and expert knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop; working knowledge of MS Office suite,
  Filemaker Pro and Web authoring software a plus.
• Knowledge of typography, style guidelines and graphic standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit
  Education.

Minimum Starting Salary: $75,000

Maximum Starting Salary: $80,000

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

FLSA CATEGORY:
Exempt

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/5360

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the
Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a
campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom. 

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all
backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected
categories