Senior Graphic Designer

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Description of the offer

This position is hybrid and will require up to 3 days per week of in office work in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Working for the Purdue For Life Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization dedicated to empowering Purdue University alumni and fostering a lifelong connection to the institution. By joining our team, you’ll have the chance to contribute to a mission that supports educational initiatives, scholarships, and programs that positively impact the lives of Purdue students and graduates. The Foundation’s commitment to education and community engagement provides a fulfilling work environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community. Additionally, you’ll have access to a network of passionate colleagues and the resources needed to drive positive change, making the Purdue For Life Foundation an inspiring and rewarding place to build your career. Your next giant leap starts here.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively and collegially with Purdue for Life Foundation colleagues to complete projects on brand, on time, error free, and with high quality, in cooperation with marcom teammates, direct supervisor, and executive creative director.
• Collaborate with marcom colleagues from all departments to develop cohesive marketing plans and prioritize high-level, multi-task projects (including but not limited to: Purdue for Life Foundation, President’s Council, John Purdue Club, and Purdue Alumni Association) and mentor other designers as needed to accomplish successful projects.
• Apply creative strategy and expert-level design to marketing materials from concept to completion, including but not limited to: print collateral (with variable data); digital art with variable data (social media, presentation software, email/web banners, online interactive publications); environmental graphics; promotional items; direct mail pieces; and special event materials.
• Manage the production of communication pieces with vendors from gathering print estimates, to proofing, and delivery method, and develop relationships with external vendors to ensure on-time completion of quality deliverables within budget.
• Provide art direction to photographers; assist onsite at photo shoots and video production.
• Edit photography according to university and Purdue for Life Foundation brand guidelines.
• Develop and maintain production timelines and provide timely communications with teammates.
• Collaborate and contribute to the design process through participation in cross-team creative discussion, provide input on execution, deliver clear and compelling presentations as needed, and seek inspiration and professional growth through research of design trends and creative software advancements.

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Assist other Purdue for Life Foundation designers as needed.
• Work in cooperation with Purdue Brand Studio, trademarks and licensing, and freelancers as needed.
• Collaborate with marcom colleagues to ensure all work produced follows Purdue for Life Foundation and Purdue University brand guidelines as well as ADA guidelines.
• Attend and participate in Purdue for Life Foundation sponsored programs and events as needed.
• Where applicable, incorporate AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance marketing efforts.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrate excellent design, typographic, and visual communication ability (portfolio review required—send access with application).
• Ability to communicate ideas visually and verbally with great attention to detail.
• Ability to follow Purdue for Life Foundation and Purdue University visual branding guidelines.
• Thorough understanding of design and printing processes.
• Professional competency with Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on InDesign, Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator, and a working knowledge of Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Dimension.
• Strong computer skills; working knowledge of MacOS, MS Office, and other similar software.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to proofread and understand standard proofing marks.
• Ability to manage several projects concurrently, prioritize assignments to meet deadlines, and adapt quickly to changing priorities while working in a fast-paced team and client-driven environment.
• Ability to analyze and organize groups of information in a comprehensive visual manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at different professional and experience levels.
• Ability to receive, respond constructively, and implement feedback.
• Self-motivating and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Produce high-quality, error-free work.
• Be a teammate with a “no task is too small” attitude.
• Working knowledge of ADA compliance and copyright laws applicable to creative works.
• Regular and reliable in-person attendance are requirements of this position.
• Ability to work a hybrid work schedule, working up to 3 days a week in the office in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Required Education, Experience and Benefits Summary

• Bachelor’s degree required in visual communications design, graphic design, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a visual design profession
• Experience in a higher education or an in-house marketing/design department/agency a plus
• Link (URL and password if needed) to your Digital Portfolio required showing examples of graphic design work

Benefits Summary for eligible employees:

• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year.
• Traditional pre-tax 403(b) and Roth retirement plans available.
• 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan and immediate vesting.
• Health Savings Account- earn up to $450 annually towards medical expenses.
• Employer funded Preventative Dental and Vision insurance.
• Tuition discounts on eligible programs at Purdue University and Purdue Global for qualified employees, spouses, and dependents.

About Purdue for Life Foundation

The Purdue for Life Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Purdue for Life views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all Foundation-related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics.  All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. Purdue for Life will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position.

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