Graphic Designer, School of Visual and Performing Arts

Endicott College•Beverly, MA

11d•$59,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing and executing the visual communications for the School of Visual and Performing Arts and the Walter J. Manninen Center for the Arts. The position designs print and digital marketing materials to promote academic programs, exhibitions, performances, recruitment initiatives, and special events, and manages the School's website and social media presence. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and College leadership, the Graphic Designer ensures a consistent and engaging visual identity across all communications, including the development of the Visual and Performing Arts Center (VPAC) brand.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
Two years of experience in a designing role
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office.
Experience managing websites through a content management system and creating content for social media and digital marketing platforms.
Strong visual design, typography, branding, and layout skills.
Knowledge of print production and digital publishing.
Excellent project management, organization, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
Uses sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential matters
Ability to work a flexible schedule (attendance/representation for events);

Nice To Haves

Photography, video editing, motion graphics, and AI-assisted design experience are desirable.
Proofing and editing experience
Familiarity with email marketing platforms (EMMA or similar) and basic web and social media analytics
Capable of lifting 30 lbs

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Dean, Director of the Center for the Arts, Campus Curator & Gallery Director, Chair of Performing Arts, faculty, and staff to develop creative concepts that support the School of Visual and Performing Arts' strategic marketing, recruitment, and branding goals.
Manage multiple concurrent design projects from concept through production, incorporating feedback and ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.
Design print and digital marketing materials, including posters, brochures, postcards, exhibition catalogs, event programs, signage, recruitment materials, advertisements, and other promotional pieces.
Oversee the School's presence on the website and create engaging social media content to support recruitment, audience engagement, fundraising, and event promotion.
Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop integrated marketing campaigns for exhibitions, performances, lectures, admissions events, and community outreach.
Prepare exhibition graphics, signage, and installation materials.
Maintain institutional brand standards while incorporating current design trends and emerging technologies.
Assist in all accreditation processes
Maintain and oversee the update of digital files for publicity and archival purposes
Attend School meetings and perform other duties as assigned.