Brand & Campaign Designer for Higher Ed Marketing

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University’s Division of Communications and Marketing is seeking a skilled graphic designer to support a wide range of partners across the university. You will translate client goals into design solutions, manage projects from concept through completion, and ensure work reflects brand standards for print and digital channels.

Ideal candidates will bring 5–7 years of graphic design experience, strong editing, and a proven ability to collaborate with clients and colleagues in a

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four years of relevant experience.
• Five-seven years of experience as a graphic designer or similar position.
• Strong editing skills and attention to detail are critical.
• Two or more years working with and developing projects for clients.
• Experience with illustration, motion graphics/animation or other specialized design fields.
• Background in brand development or logo/identity design.
• Experience with publications and layout work.
• Experience with an online project management system.
• Excellent communicator with strong written communication skills and the ability to communicate well.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet directly with clients to understand their goals, translate those needs into effective design solutions and manage projects from concept through completion.
• All work should reflect K-State and K-State Research and Extension brand standards.

Skills

Graphic design

Brand development

Layout design

Motion graphics

Client work

Publications

Project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Publication software

Online project management system

Job description

Kansas State University’s Division of Communications and Marketing is seeking a skilled graphic designer to support a wide range of partners across the university. You will translate client goals into design solutions, manage projects from concept through completion, and ensure work reflects brand standards for print and digital channels.

Ideal candidates will bring 5–7 years of graphic design experience, strong editing, and a proven ability to collaborate with clients and colleagues in a