Creative Design Director

Full Time
Terre Haute, IN 47809
Posted
Job description

Position Details

Position Details

About the Institution
Indiana State University is a world-class center of higher education, located in Terre Haute, Indiana, and serving a multi-state region that stretches from Indianapolis to St. Louis, Chicago, Louisville, Cincinnati, and beyond. It has been recognized by the Princeton Review as among the best universities in the Midwest.
Indiana State is a beautiful, pedestrian-friendly campus located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, the campus is about an hour’s drive from Indianapolis and within a few hours of other major metropolitan areas.
Indiana State, one of the most diverse campuses in Indiana, is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing most U.S. states and many countries around the world. There are more than 260 student-run organizations offering activities and entertainment throughout the year, along with 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams, a first-rate student recreation center with numerous classes and recreational sports programs, and a Performing Arts Series and University Speakers Series that bring national touring productions and speakers to campus.
Indiana State is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn and thrive together. Join our Sycamore family!

Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, plesae submit application and all supplemental documents by April 4, 2023. The review of applications will continue after this date until the position is filled.

Job Title
Creative Design Director

Department
University Marketing

Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Extra hours may be necessary for large projects.

Notice of Vacancy Number
23-00083

Desired Start Date
04/17/2023

Open Date
03/21/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Job Category
Staff-Exempt Professional

Job Type
Staff - Full-Time

Pay Grade
12

Hourly Rate or Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience

Benefits Associated with this Position
  • Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
  • TIAA Retirement Contributions: Contributions begin based upon the first day of employment at a contribution rate of ten (10) percent of base appointment salary paid in full by ISU. The contributions are vested immediately. There are 40 investment options from which to choose.
  • TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
  • Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
  • Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
  • Sick Leave: Accrued at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
  • Vacation: Pay level 11 and below accrues up to 15 vacation days earned per year 1 through 4; 20 vacation days per year thereafter. Pay level 12 and above accrues 20 vacation days per year
Optional Benefits
  • Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
  • Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.


Job Summary/Basic Function
Manages creative and marketing services provided to internal offices.

Specific Responsibilities

Required Relevant Education & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree;
Experience: 4-5 Years design and advertising within the corporate, university, or advertising industry.

Required Field(s) of Study
Graphic Design, Visual Design, Multimedia or related field of study

Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Experience with videography, photography, and motion graphics.
Experience and knowledge of current internet design standards.
Progressive leadership experience in the creative field.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Has direct supervisory responsibilities as a first-line supervisor. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to assemble, analyze and present data, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Excellent leadership skills, Proven supervisory skills, Proven verbal and written communication skills, Work effectively with a diverse community, Willing to interact with students, Able to adapt to change, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of print production.
Professional competency with Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.



NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.



Position Reappointment Required
No

Job Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage the creative design team, providing administrative oversight and guidance that elevates the Indiana State University brand in all facets, including visual campaigns, graphic designs, video productions, facility branding, website, social media, printed publications, out-of-home, and in-venue video boards. Manage the engagement of contracted graphic design talent for special design projects not facilitated by the office or a currently engaged agency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Will represent creative services area to internal and external partners with the primary goal of maintaining brand integrity and institutional messaging; all projects should be delivered at a high quality and meet identified goals and expectations for the university, colleges, departments, and programs. Production management of all branding and graphic requests, including Foundation, Alumni, and Athletics partnerships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist internal and external partners in delivering creative concepts that proactively satisfy project goals, including public relations initiatives, promotional materials, television, and online commercials, fundraising collateral, and special event endeavors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform additional duties as assigned.

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