Junior Graphic Designer

sju; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph's University is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer in Philadelphia to join the Creative Studio. You will design ads, print and digital collateral aligned with university brand guidelines, collaborating with teams to communicate the brand and support enrollment efforts.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field and at least 1 year of design experience. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is essential; knowledge of After Effects and Figma is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in graphic design or design production roles.
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Experience in After Effects and Figma a plus.
• Strong ability to ensure that projects adhere to University brand standards in traditional and emerging media.
• Experience in graphic design, prepress production, photo retouching, typography and layout.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet consistently with internal teams to manage timelines, assets, progress and deliverables.
• Provide expertise and graphic design/technical support in the creative development of University ads, publications, promotional materials, web presence, social media, etc., while following all University brand standards.
• Manage projects from inception through production
• Work directly with printers, mail houses and other vendors, as needed, to ensure deliverables are completed and delivered on time.
• Assist the creative team with the implementation and maintenance of studio technologies and platforms, including Bynder, Marq and Workfront.
• Assist the studio manager, as needed, with administration and project management.
• Work with Marketing and Communications team to ensure compliance with brand standards and the appropriate use of logos, colors, fonts, trademarks, etc.
• Participate in brainstorms and creative sessions that enhance creative campaigns and creative work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

After Effects

Figma

Brand Standards

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Bynder

Marq

Workfront

Job description

Position Title:

Junior Graphic Designer

Time Type:

Full time

Position Summary and Qualifications:

The Junior Graphic Designer designs ads, print, multimedia collateral and other creative assets according to University brand standards. As part of this role, the Junior Graphic Designer collaborates with, and takes direction from, members of the creative studio to use visual and multimedia design to communicate the brand, drive enrollment and reach other communications goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet consistently with internal teams to manage timelines, assets, progress and deliverables.
• Provide expertise and graphic design/technical support in the creative development of University ads, publications, promotional materials, web presence, social media, etc., while following all University brand standards.
• Manage projects from inception through production
• Work directly with printers, mail houses and other vendors, as needed, to ensure deliverables are completed and delivered on time.
• Assist the creative team with the implementation and maintenance of studio technologies and platforms, including Bynder, Marq and Workfront.
• Assist the studio manager, as needed, with administration and project management.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with Marketing and Communications team to ensure compliance with brand standards and the appropriate use of logos, colors, fonts, trademarks, etc.
• Participate in brainstorms and creative sessions that enhance creative campaigns and creative work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education/Training and Experience Required)

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design communications or equivalent education and work experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in graphic design or design production roles.
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Experience in Adobe After Effects and Figma a plus.
• Strong ability to ensure that projects adhere to University brand standards in traditional and emerging media.
• Experience in graphic design, prepress production, photo retouching, typography and layout. Photography experience a plus.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines and maintain consistent quality of work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as
• Operational and project management experience and expertise in working with project management software/tools.
• Excellent organizational skills that support the rest of the creative team.

Preferred

• Prior experience working in the higher education industry.
• Prior experience working in advertising.
• Prior animation or web design experience.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• May require long periods spent in front of a computer.
• Weekend and after hours work may be required.

Pay Transparancy:

• The estimated pay range for this position is $50,000-$55,000. Offered salary will be commensurate with work experience and educational background.

Notice to Out of State Applicants:

Saint Joseph's University may only consider applicants from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (not including New York City zip codes), and Delaware (Delaware residents must regularly be present for over 50% of work time on an SJU campus). If an employee must relocate to meet these conditions, financial assistance may be available but is not guaranteed.

Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about - and to make a positive contribution to - our mission.

Saint Joseph's University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE

Saint Joseph's University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail [e-mail], visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University's Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University's response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit www.sju.edu/titleix . Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rig