Brand and Creative Specialist

Job Purpose/Summary:

The Brand and Creative Specialist has primary responsibility for the stewardship and visual representation of the Mitchell Hamline brand through the development of traditional and digital marketing materials including programs brochures posters direct mail on- and off-campus event materials ads email and social media content photography and web presence. This position will work closely with the departments advancement staff as well as the schools program offices centers and institutes and external vendors to support the execution of marketing plans and the production of creative high-quality materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Graphic design

• Responsible for design development of digital and print materials for the schools marketing initiatives to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with project managers writers web producer/designer digital marketer and other marketing team and campus members to develop and execute creative concepts that comply with project specifications and meet clients communication objectives.
• Schedule plan set-up and art-direct photo and video shoots.
• Prepare production files and print specifications for vendors to industry standards.

Creative direction and brand stewardship

• Responsible for developing directing and maintaining the Mitchell Hamline brand. Document and maintain visual identity guidelines. Consistently and strategically interpret and apply Mitchell Hamline graphic requirements in marketing materials including but not limited to logo viewbooks advertising brochures alumni magazine event and other promotional literature rich media design merchandise signage digital communication screens and web presence.
• Serve as the primary brand steward. Coach and educate marketing staff internal customers and external creative vendors on brand principles.
• Maintain the schools photographic video and art images library.
• Consult as needed on brand extensions facilities interior design environmental design and event experiential design.

Project management and client service

• Prioritize and manage concurrent projects that support the execution of client marketing plans.
• Manage appropriate vendor relationships.
• Complete projects on time and on budget.
• Responsible for quality accuracy responsiveness and overall customer service.

Secondary job activities:

• Interviewing and filming students and alums for photos and videos.
• Proposing interior design improvements set design or stage filming locations.
• Monitoring trends proposing pivots and conducting competitive analysis.
• Coordination and art direction of awards and promotional products.
• Creating and/or coordinating displays across campus including Donor and History walls art display and others.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in desktop publishing and Internet publishing software
• Excellent skills with traditional and digital content and messaging
• Proficient with photography and photo editing with video skills a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on detail and accuracy
• The ability to solve problems and work independently and as part of a larger team
• Knowledge of Associated Press style

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in related field
• 3 years experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong visual storytelling skills with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of FERPA charitable solicitation laws and data privacy standards.
• Knowledge of legal education or the higher education sector is a plus.

Pay Range

The anticipate salary range for this position is $65000 - $80000 per year depending on qualifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life/AD&D insurance (MHSL pays for)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits (MHSL pays for)
• Generous Holidays and Winter Break
• 403(b) Retirement plan (Generous MHSL match)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive compensation package

To apply please submit a cover letter resume and portfolio samples including both traditional and digital formats. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the Schools discretion.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor.

Notice of Nondiscrimination re: Title IX Sex Discrimination

Mitchell Hamline School of Law prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions about sex discrimination or harassment to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination and information about reporting concerns is located on our website ( Experience:

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