Senior Designer & Multimedia
About The Position
Friends University is hiring a Senior Designer & Multimedia professional in Wichita, Kansas. The position serves as the senior graphic designer for print, web, video, and social media materials, applying the University's established brand standards in alignment with its mission, core values, and purposes. The role leads production of photography and video content and ensures consistent use of the University's brand framework across marketing outputs. It combines project management, interpersonal, marketing, graphic design, photography, and video production skills to keep publications and visual content accessible, current, and responsive to University needs. As part of a small collaborative team, the position also contributes as a marketing generalist to work beyond its primary focus when needed. Friends University is a Christian University of Quaker heritage. Its mission is to equip students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives. The University emphasizes its RISE Core Values: Respect, Inclusion, Service, and Excellence, and welcomes applicants who share its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in communications, graphic design, marketing, eBusiness/eCommerce, or a related field.
- Advanced knowledge and experience with graphic design software, including Adobe Creative Suite.
- Video editing experience, such as with Premiere Pro or After Effects.
- Excellent written, visual, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and present information in effective, easy-to-use ways.
- Strong writing, editing, and spelling skills.
- Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and multitask.
- Microsoft Office Suite experience.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
Nice To Haves
- At least five years of progressive design experience across digital and print, including photography and video production; this experience is described as preferred.
- Knowledge of Associated Press style.
Responsibilities
- Lead the creation of print, digital, photo, and video content that promotes the University's mission, brand, and value proposition.
- Design and manage marketing projects from concept through completion while ensuring consistent application of University brand standards.
- Develop creative assets for enrollment marketing campaigns, recruitment initiatives, and institutional storytelling.
- Create and maintain engaging content for social media, digital platforms, electronic displays, and other communication channels.
- Collaborate with campus departments and external vendors to support marketing goals.
- Maintain visual asset libraries and keep content aligned with recruitment, admissions, and institutional priorities.
Benefits
- Flexible work options.
- Up to four weeks of vacation.
- 96 hours of sick leave per year.
- Up to 13.5 paid holidays.
- Half-day Fridays from June through July.
- Up to 5% retirement matching.
- Free undergraduate tuition for the employee, spouse, and dependents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
