Graphic Design and Brand Manager
University of Colorado - Denver and the Health Sciences Center

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Graphic Design and Brand Manager

University of Colorado Denver

Graphic Design and Brand Manager - 29479 University Staff 

Description 
University of Colorado | CU Denver

University Communications

Graphic Design and Brand Manager

Position # 00772623 - Requisition # 29479

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

CU Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

CU Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

University Communications has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Graphic Designer and Brand Manager position.

The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across eight schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through boundary-breaking innovation and impactful research and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and annual economic impact of more than $800 million. For more information, visit www.ucdenver.edu

NATURE OF WORK

Focus on: brand management, implementation, and guidelines; creative and production design; asset creation and management; brand communicator/trainer

As a member of the University Communications team, the graphic designer and brand manager provides creative guidance, shapes design direction and creates designs from concept through production. This role defines, applies, and champions the CU Denver brand identity and elevates the overall awareness and quality of the university's design solutions.

Responsibilities include design concepting and production for all aspects of the brand, both digital and print. The graphic designer and brand manager will serve as a creative strategist, designer, educator and consultant for all brand expressions, such as logos, supporting graphics, video, photography, illustrations, signage elements, among other applications. This role helps to determine the long-term visual design direction for the university and ensures that others who provide design work understand and follow that direction.

This role will play an integral role in the development and implementation of university-wide brand standards: working with others throughout campus to provide training and guidance around design best practices and brand executions and serving as the go-to resource for our brand standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Sr. Creative Director

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Design

Works with clients to understand needs and objectives and translates requests into thoughtful, creative designs; ensures alignment with marketing goals and strategies and audience insights Under direction, creates concepts and executes designs for key university communications; collaborates with content producers to ensure business objectives are met with the proper tone, messaging and visuals Provides efficient creative and production design with day-to-day project management for University Communications projects and initiatives Collaborates with stakeholders to create new design templates in multiple mediums which adhere to brand standards; educates stakeholders on use of templates and associated software Works with UX designers and stakeholders to create digital standards and graphic assets that can be utilized throughout the university's digital platform; builds out concepts/wireframes for various digital projects Collaborates with marketing team to create print and digital ad campaigns Provides motion graphics support for video and animation projects

Art direction/brand management

Under direction, develops, maintains and improves brand guidelines, assets, resources and training systems to promote consistency across campus communications and CU System brand Serves as brand steward and resource for applying the brand including campus trainings on the application of the brand and providing customer service support on brand usage Reviews faculty/staff and other stakeholders' design and proactively provides real-time feedback and direction Reviews promotional items punctually for proper branding through licensing portal; provides solutions Collaborates on the maintenance of the digital asset management system including file preparation, organization, categorization and distribution Establishes and maintains a centralized archive of presentations, marketing materials and communications that are accessible to various functional groups internally

Team culture

Supports and engages in initiatives designed to foster effective collaboration within University Communications Participates in professional development opportunities; reports back learnings Supports projects led by colleagues within University Communications Works collaboratively with colleagues within the marketing, content, comms, and web verticals to help achieve department and university strategic priorities

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A bachelor's degree in design, communications, marketing, fine arts or related field from an accredited institution Five years of full-time, professional experience in brand/account management, advertising, graphic design, communications or related field Fluency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office, in particular PowerPoint

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Conditions of Employment: The position is required to be on site a minimum of 4 days a week.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Three to five years or more of professional experience in graphic design role
• Graphic design and art direction experience for a range of media
• Experience building, managing and evolving brands
• Experience in video editing and post-production and/or motion graphic design and animation
• Experience with digital asset management systems
• Experience in training and onboarding users to organizational design and brand standards, tools and applications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to meet time-sensitive requests through effective communication, time management, follow-through and high-quality design Ability to appropriately balance client desires, business objectives and brand standards Ability to take on larger strategic projects, requiring development and presentation of multiple concepts, to highlight key messaging through the combination of strong impactful visuals/design and content organization Ability to solve complex problems; coordinate with management to make judgments and decisions that will impact brand and design practices and applications Up-to-date with the latest design trends and best practices; interest in pushing creative boundaries Self-starter who can work both independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team environment Ability to manage a diverse workload with multiple competing priorities and stakeholder needs Confidence and good judgment to effectively interface with colleagues at all levels of the organization Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills to develop collaborative and productive partnerships Ability to follow through on tasks AND follow guidance and direction Excellent written and verbal communication skills Group presentation skills Detail oriented with strong consistency over time

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $62,653-$77,000. 

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Application Deadline:

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by April 12, 2023. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials: 

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current CV/resume
3. List of three to five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to: Tawnya Boulier, tawnya.boulier@ucdenver.edu
         Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV     

Job Category: Communication 

Primary Location: Denver Department: U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS - 30002 - ADM VC Comm Denver 

Schedule: Full-time 

Posting Date: Mar 29, 2023 

Unposting Date: Ongoing Position Number: 00772623

To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=29479&lang=en







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