Sr. Graphic Designer

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join our Advancement Marketing & Communications team. This role transforms strategy into compelling visuals for alumni, donors, and supporters, across print and digital platforms.

Work with the Art Director, manage project visuals from concept to delivery, and ensure brand alignment. Hybrid role with remote Tuesdays & Thursdays, open to long-term growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or related field.
• 7–10 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Art Director to support the visual direction of Advancement marketing and communications.
• Design assets for print, digital, email, social media, web, and campaign materials.
• Translate marketing and fundraising strategies into effective visual communications.
• Manage the visual direction of projects from concept through final production and delivery.
• Ensure all work aligns with IU Advancement's brand standards and creative strategy.
• Partner with marketing, communications, and other IU Advancement stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Mentor and collaborate with internal and freelance designers as needed.
• Stay current on design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Utilize advanced typography, including hierarchy, readability, and visual impact.
• Apply a strong command of color theory across brand, print, and digital experiences.
• Create exceptional layout, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Provide cohesive, audience-focused designs across multiple channels.

Skills

Graphic design experience

Adobe Creative Cloud

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Company Description

The Indiana University Foundation (IUF) advances the mission of Indiana University by inspiring philanthropy that fuels student success, pioneering research, and transformational impact across Indiana and beyond.

At IUF, we connect donors to the causes they care about most—turning passion into purpose and generosity into lasting impact. Our team values collaboration, innovation, data informed strategy, and meaningful relationships, all within a culture that supports professional growth and mission‑driven work.

Job Description

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking a talented Senior Graphic Designer to join our Advancement Marketing & Communications team. This role is ideal for an experienced creative professional who excels at transforming strategy into compelling visual communications that engage alumni, donors, and supporters.

As a member of the Creative Services team, you will develop innovative, brand-aligned designs across print and digital platforms while helping shape the visual identity of Indiana University Advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with the Art Director to support the visual direction of Advancement marketing and communications.
• Design compelling creative assets for print, digital, email, social media, web, and campaign materials.
• Translate marketing and fundraising strategies into effective visual communications.
• Manage the visual direction of projects from concept through final production and delivery.
• Ensure all work aligns with IU Advancement's brand standards and creative strategy.
• Partner with marketing, communications, and other IU Advancement stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Mentor and collaborate with internal and freelance designers as needed.
• Stay current on design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Utilize advanced expertise in typography, including hierarchy, readability, and visual impact.
• Apply a strong command of color theory and its application across brand, print, and digital experiences.
• Create exceptional layout, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Provide cohesive, audience-focused designs across multiple channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Portfolio Required: Candidates should submit a portfolio demonstrating excellence in typography, color usage, branding, and multi‑channel design.

Additional Information

The compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience. This is a Hybrid Role (Remote Tuesdays & Thursdays).

Ready to help connect alumni and donor passion with the future of Indiana University? This posting will be open for a minimum of 10 days with the potential to extend. Apply today and join the Indiana University Foundation.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on an individual's race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.