Overview: 

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity. 

Position Summary: 

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer for the Marketing and Communications Office. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Creative Services, the Senior Graphic Designer is an integral part of the Office of Marketing and Communications at Rutgers University–Camden. This position will serve as the department’s leader in graphic design and visual identity standards. The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for the creation of professional design solutions for university marketing materials, campaigns, and related materials; working closely with colleagues to develop audience-appropriate design solutions for print and digital marketing efforts that support the University’s brand and initiatives; supervision of a full-time graphic designer; assisting with the review and application of visual identity standards.

Minimum Education & Experience: 

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, or a related field or equivalent combination education and/or experience, plus five years of graphic design work experience. 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Intermediate knowledge of Mac computer platform and Adobe CS4 Creative Suite or higher.
• Familiarity with working successfully with printers, photographers, and clients.
• Ability to lead multiple design projects simultaneously and manage each from conception through production while meeting deadlines.
• High attention to detail in typography, spelling, grammar, spacing, and accuracy.
• Organizational skills to prioritize, take initiative, follow projects through to completion, and manage multiple tasks while ensuring the highest level of quality.
• Experience providing art direction, guidance, and assignments to designers.
• Able and willing to work at a fast pace
• Ability to quickly master new technologies
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Equipment Utilized: 

MAC computer and Adobe Creative Suite 

Special Conditions: 

Sitting for prolonged periods. 

Direct link to apply: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/253235