Position Details Job Title CREATIVE DESIGNER Position Number 8101811 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus Department Name UNIV MARKETING & COMMUNICATION Location Code UNIVERSITY MARKETING & COMMUNICATION Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No Duties and Responsibilities Loyola University Chicago We are Chicago's Jesuit, Catholic university-a diverse community seeking God in all things and working to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice, and faith. The Jesuit and Catholic heritage of Loyola University Chicago-established at its founding in 1870-has evolved into a unique culture and a home for all faiths as well as a living tradition renewed and refocused by generations of students, faculty, staff, and administrators. * ·With more than 4,000 employees at four different campuses, Loyola University Chicago strives for a diverse work environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development. * Loyola University Chicago supports its employees and retirees with a wide array of benefits centered around health and wellness, financial security, and work-life balance. These benefits are comprehensive, affordable, and competitive. * Loyola University Chicago offers tuition remission to full-time, benefits-eligible employees; qualified retirees; and/or their spouses, legally domiciled adults, and dependent children. * The University offers an easy way to save for retirement through the Loyola University Chicago Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (DCRP), a 403(b) plan. * The University offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help find solutions to issues and difficulties of daily life, and to provide supportive materials designed to help you live a balanced lifestyle. This program is offered at no cost and is available to all employees and their families. The Creative Designer, under the guidance of the Director of Creative within the University Marketing & Communications division, will play a pivotal role in enhancing the university's visual narrative. The designer will collaborate with marketing and brand leaders to meet the design needs of various initiatives and campaigns, ensuring alignment with the university's brand standards. Responsibilities include creating digital and print graphics, offering creative solutions for campus groups, and maintaining strong relationships with university departments and external partners. Key Responsibilities This position develops and executes creative solutions that integrate with the university's visual identity, brand platform, and design standards. Day-to-day duties will vary, based on priorities, projects, and medium. The Creative Designer's duties include, but are not limited to: * Develop and execute creative solutions that align with the university's visual identity and brand standards. * Create impactful designs for print, web, and digital mediums. * Manage creative projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints. * Innovate and develop technology-based creative solutions, incorporating feedback to refine design strategies. * Promote a collaborative work environment to enhance team creativity and productivity. * Design diverse projects with strategic insights to produce appealing marketing and communication materials. * Develop visual communications for various marketing materials, including social media and video projects. * Assist in developing and maintaining the university's brand system and creative expression through integrated marketing campaigns. * Other duties as assigned. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience * Bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia, fine arts, or a similar discipline. * Minimum five years of experience in a design or creative field; Qualifications Qualifications The ideal candidate is intelligent, curious, and self-motivated with equal abilities to lead and listen within a collaborative, multifunctional team. This role will also work with UMC colleagues and other creative teams across the University to generate curiosity, excitement, pride, and gratitude in Loyola among targeted audiences and stakeholders. * Bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia, fine arts, or a similar discipline. * Minimum five years of experience in a design or creative field; agency experience preferred. * Superior understanding of design principles, including illustration, typography, composition, and storytelling. * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects); working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams). * Experience in print and digital design, environmental graphics, and providing design support for high-profile events. * Experience in video production and/or editing is a plus. * Ability to manage multiple complex projects, balance deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders. * Flexibility to work on weekends and possible late hours depending on project requirements. Certificates/Credentials/Licenses n/a Computer Skills * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects); working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams). * Experience in print and digital design, environmental graphics, and providing design support for high-profile events. * Experience in video production and/or editing is a plus. Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Physical Demands Repetitive Motions Working Conditions None Open Date 09/04/2024 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.