Communication Specialist/Graphic Designer
Communication Specialist/Graphic Designer
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Job Description
Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a BestInClass educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles are Innovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.
The Communication Specialist/Graphic Designer is a dualrole professional responsible for creating visually compelling and written content that supports the universitys branding marketing and communication strategies. This role requires strong graphic design skills combined with writing and editing abilities to produce integrated communication materials across print digital and multimedia platforms. The Specialist will work closely with internal departments to ensure all university messaging is aligned with brand standards and strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Develop print and digital designs for promotional materials including brochures flyers posters email graphics banners presentations and web/social media visuals.
- Ensure all visual content adheres to the universitys brand guidelines.
- Coordinate production of print materials with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Create templates and style guides for internal use.
- Write edit and proofread content for internal and external communications such as newsletters announcements websites and promotional campaigns.
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop key messages for university initiatives academic programs and events.
- Assist in creating scripts captions and headlines for digital storytelling and social media platforms.
- Design and write marketing collateral in support of enrollment advancement and student engagement efforts.
- Support campaigns with a blend of strong messaging and engaging visuals tailored to various audiences (prospective students alumni donors faculty/staff).
- Manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines while maintaining highquality output.
- Partner with departments across campus to understand their communication needs and deliver effective design and messaging solutions.
- Ensure consistency in brand tone visual identity and messaging across all platforms.
Education
- Bachelors degree in Graphic Design Communications Marketing or related field.
- 35 years of relevant professional experience in graphic design and communications preferably in higher education or nonprofit environments.
- Must be able to lift 10 pounds.
Application Process
Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment. For any questions or concerns please contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.
For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
