SE - Barry Ad Co/ Marketing & Brand, Graphic Designer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with Barry Ad Company and Barry Marketing staff in the development and maintenance of all elements for branding and marketing communications.
• Develops both traditional (print, collateral materials, direct marketing, etc.) as well as digital (social, email, web, and mobile, etc.) communications.
• Assists with providing accurate time and cost estimates for printing, proofing, and delivery.
• Manages projects and works closely with marketing clients on deliverables.
• Maintains strict adherence to deadlines, deliverable specs, client briefs, and feedback.
• Keeps up to date with software enhancements, design, and visual communication trends.
• Organizes and maintains project files.
• Serves as a mentor and a guide for student ad company staff.
• Participates in the development of creative solutions to effectively communicate through a wide variety of creative tactics.
• Works with lead Art Directors and the account service team to manage workflow of all projects, including interaction with the Communications team, outside agencies, copywriters, and freelancers.
• Provides accurate time estimates for deliverables, as assigned.
• Assists at photo/video shoots.
• Meets established deadlines and posts work for approval on Box (or similar project management system).
• Performs other duties as assigned or as proactively identified.

Requirements

• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet specified deadlines.
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design.
• Must be able to accept feedback and direction, address revisions, and post for continuing approvals.
• Must possess exceptional computer skills, including Macintosh operating platform.
• Thorough knowledge of software applications such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, scanning software, and widely utilized word processing applications.
• Must show a high level of creativity and creative curiosity in developing design concepts.
• Mastery in layout and production design using Adobe Creative Cloud and/or other design apps.
• Criteria for photo selection, retouching, and image archiving.
• Knowledge of color theory and color relationships, typography terms and specifications, page composition, and grid structure.

Benefits & Perks

• Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off, and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.