Creative Director (Penn State Alumni Association)

The Pennsylvania State University
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Nov 23, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Creative Director for the Penn State Alumni Association is responsible for bringing the creative vision of the Association's brand to life through visually compelling, accessible and dynamic design. This includes the direction and development of all creative assets including the Association's digital website presence, membership and philanthropic solicitations, event promotions, advertisements and merchandise. Responsibilities include: Development and management of the Penn State Alumni Association visual identity across projects and platforms including envisioning, designing, and production of digital, print, and promotional materials from concept to completion, ensuring quality and accessibility for target audiences. Collaboration with content authors to ensure solutions reflect overall strategic mission Management and compliance of the Association's brand visual identity including advancing brand visual identity guidelines, style guides, templates and processes for use by Association staff, and Affiliate Groups (including student groups). Collaboration in the creative direction of video and photography. Supervision of junior designers (which may include interns)including, prioritizing, assigning, and managing creative vision from concept to completion. Maintain working relationships with a variety of vendors that support printing, photography, graphic design, and promotions for the Association. Qualified candidates will be creative professionals with the ability to succeed on cross-functional, fast-paced teams with multiple deadlines, stakeholders and complexity. A Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in multimedia design or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required in addition to demonstrable experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Candidates should provide a link to a digital portfolio for review as part of their application. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00 Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines University Park, PA