Graphic Designer & Creative Content Coordinator

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded in 1920, is a private university whose mission is to prepare students to excel and lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate programs and has been recognized for academic excellence, nationally and internationally. In addition to its main campus in West Haven, the university has a campus in Tuscany, Italy. Learn more at newhaven.edu.

The Graphic Designer & Creative Content Coordinator is responsible for developing print and digital marketing materials, and social media content from concept to completion. Position requires a great sense of design and concept development along with strategic thinking.

You will:

• Design high-quality original pieces for print, digital, and social media that are visually enticing, marketing savvy, and adhere to the framework of the university’s brand and identity.
• Interact with clients to interpret and analyze design needs within their budget and time limitations.
• Works with external vendors, which include printers, photographers, mail-houses and design firms.
• Manage projects from conception to completion, which also includes evaluating printing estimates and coordinating and reviewing print production.
• Oversee the mailing of marketing materials, ensuring pieces meet US mail criteria, collecting mail lists, and coordinating with mail houses and in-house mail department.
• Develop visual concepts and provide art direction for photo shoots, working directly with the staff photographer to execute the creative vision.
• Show initiative in completing assigned projects with minor supervision.
• Manage and mentor a team of student content creators, who develop content for institutional social channels, ensuring consistency with university brand standards and marketing goals.
• Work closely with the Assistant Director of Creative Visual Content and Strategy to establish weekly and monthly goals/direction for student creators.
• Lead weekly working sessions with student team members to guide content creation, troubleshoot challenges, and foster skill development.
• Provide creative direction, feedback, and mentorship to student content creators, ensuring consistency with university brand standards and strategic goals.
• Oversee student use of photography and video gear, including check-out procedures, training, and accountability.
• Support professional growth of student team members through coaching, feedback, and skill-building opportunities.
• Stay current on trends and best practices for major social platforms, with a focus on Instagram and TikTok, and adapt content accordingly.
• Supports basic editing and posting needs, helps maintain UNewHaven’s official social channels.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications team to align student-produced content with larger campaign strategies.

You need:

• B.S. or B.A. in Graphic Design
• 3+ years of experience in print design
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional design and layout skills
• A good grasp of industry design and printing principles and practices
• Experience with mobile editing program such as InShot, Edits, Capcut or willingness to learn
• Experience with content creation for social platforms such as Instagram and TikTok
• Ability capturing photo and video on iPhone, and/or willingness to learn
• Knowledge of evolving use of AI in design
• The ability to juggle multiple projects while setting priorities, managing time effectively, and paying attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment

Whats in it for you:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEM OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.