Assistant Director, Graphic Designer
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

Booth Marketing: Creative

About the Department

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.

Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.

Chicago Booth is proud to claim:
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.

As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.

For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.

Job Summary

The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Director, Graphic Designer are to create, deliver, and archive printed and digital collateral using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop to represent one of the top global business schools in the world. In this role you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and more, to create stunning visual materials. Part of this role is to be not only creative but also detail-oriented, a fast learner, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of design related projects and collaborate with a talented team dedicated to excellence in brand, design, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Produces a variety of printed materials, including brochures, one-sheeters, and pamphlets.
• Archives, locates, resizes and manipulates a variety of photographic assets.
• Creates cutting-edge presentation graphics.
• Produces compelling email and digital graphics.
• Designs original artwork to be printed on high-quality branded merchandise.
• Designs and coordinates the production of signage for events and other signage needs.
• Excels at working closely with internal teams to manage deadlines and produce stellar work in a friendly, fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Understands the importance of maintaining a consistent brand and adhering to brand standards.
• Conceptualizes and creates graphic artwork, such as charts, graphs or illustrations, for various publications, advertising materials and/or customers with limited supervision.
• Uses on-the-job experience to complete a variety of assignments, such as coordinating production support with outside vendors, as needed.
• Works within processes to ensure that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Degree in design related program.

Experience:

• A minimum two years of experience in a full-time or freelance design-related role.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Online portfolio demonstrating proficiency in graphic design.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Adobe Creative Suite, and complete familiarity with Apple Macintosh environment.
• Knowledge of interactive and mobile user experience design and HTML5.

Preferred Competencies

• Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
• Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
• Handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods i.e., in person, email, phone.
• Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.

Working Conditions

• This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Communications

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

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Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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