Senior Creative Designer
Job Summary
Job Title: | Senior Creative Designer |
| Physical Location: | Kent Campus - Kent OH |
Salary: | $53015 - $58819 |
Basic Function: | Supports Kent State Universitys integrated creative efforts by producing high level digital content across design multimedia and motion. Develops content for campaigns brand social media web email and events. Mentors team members establishes creative standards and collaborates with leadership on conceptual and strategic creative development. Reports to Associate Creative Director. |
Additional Basic Function if applicable: | Not applicable. |
Examples of Duties: | Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following: Lead creative execution for high-visibility campaigns and digital storytelling initiatives. Produce advanced design video and motion assets with strong conceptual grounding. Provide guidance feedback and informal mentoring to team members. Ensure brand continuity and quality across platforms and deliverables. Collaborate with creative leadership on concept development and visual direction. Identify opportunities for innovation in digital formats and emerging media. Provide direct supervision to student employees. Perform related duties as assigned. |
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable: | Not applicable. |
Minimum Qualifications: | Bachelors degree in visual communication or a related field and two years professional experience in digital content creation or related area. License/Certification: None. Knowledge Of: Industry and Adobe Creative applications foundations Visual design principles and digital storytelling All aspects of design animation or motion graphics Brand guidelines and consistent visual style execution Skill In: Attention to detail and willingness to learn new tools and techniques Design multimedia and motion Organizational and file management habits Communication and collaboration Graphic design video production/editing and motion graphics Leadership communication and collaboration Conceptual thinking Ability To: Work with multiple file formats aspect ratios and platform requirements Take direction and implement feedback constructively Deliver polished strategic creative solutions Manage multiple complex projects and meet deadlines Shape visual narrative direction |
Preferred Qualifications if applicable: | Experience creating content for social media or digital platforms. |
Assessments: | Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which require assessments |
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: | None. |
Working Schedule: | Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM or otherwise discussed with your supervisor. |
Additional Information: | **Applicants must submit a resume cover letter and a portfolio of relevant work to be considered for this position.** Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind. Must pass a security check.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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