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Offer: Art Director:Oregon State UniversityJob description:Art DirectorBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position. 3) A Portfolio including a URL of online portfolio, if applicable. You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. Starting income within the income range will be commensurate with skills, education, and practice. For additional information Contact Us by: Adele Wilson adele.wilson@oregonstate.edu 541-737-7855 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment College of Business Dept (BUS) Position Title Manager 1-Dept Mktg Job Title Art Director Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The College of Business is seeking an Art Director. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. The Art Director is responsible for enhancing and building the brand image of the College of Business through creative communications. This position provides strategic visual brand direction and leads the overall development of creative concepts and materials to recruit students to the College, engage alumni, donors, volunteers and companies with the College and advance the College's reputation locally and regionally. The Director produces visual communication pieces and ensures all communications pieces produced in the College support the overall strategy and visual identity of the College of Business and the institution. The Oregon State University College of Business is a dynamic and fast-paced working environment, and our marketing and communication team is a small group of hard-working and collaborative colleagues. The Art Director plays a crucial function in visually communicating the College of Business mission. The work will help showcase how the future of business is being crafted by integrating advanced technologies, building broad partnerships, and empowering students to lead with high ethical standards. Through creative efforts, the Art Director will support the commitment to sustainable and socially responsible solutions, and help communicate research that tackles economic and societal challenges and fosters shared prosperity. The College of Business is committed to maintaining and enhancing its diverse and collaborative community that strives for equity and inclusivity. All faculty and staff members are responsible for helping to ensure that these goals are achieved and should be able to demonstrate contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Such contributions can be part of service and/or professional development. Outputs and impacts of these efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion will be included in annual performance reviews. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all. FACTS: • Top 1.4% university in the world • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color • 217k+ alumni worldwide • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total compensates Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. • Retirement savings paid by the university. • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 45% Visual Communication Direction Provides overall creative leadership abilities and strategy for the College of Business visual communication efforts, ensuring that all materials and strategies are inclusive and reflective of the diverse community served by the College. Assesses the College of Business' brand and develops strategic and creative visual communication concepts and materials to recruit a diverse student body to the College, engage alumni, donors, volunteers and companies with the College and advance the College's reputation locally and regionally. Visual communication oversight responsibilities include: » Ensure all visual communications align with and promote the College's mission, values, and commitment to sustaincapability and social responsibility. » Collaborate across departments to visually represent the College's broad partnerships and innovative approaches to business education. » Develops, implements, and evaluates short- and long-term goals, objectives and projects of visual communications and marketing in the College of Business. » Produces or supervises the production of all types of communication collateral. » supervises development and dissemination of the College's graphic identity system and brand. » Provides OSU brand guidance and leadership abilities to COB communicators and designers, student clubs, and internal units, ensuring consistency all over all communication materials produced by the college. » Advises Director of Marketing on art and design. » Consults with departments and faculty members on project needs and presents design concepts. » supervises the design and production of all visual communication projects produced by the College. » Develops, manages and reports on the budget including consulting with leadership abilities on budget resources and status updates. » As part of the College's marketing and communication team, develops marketing strategy and campaigns, providing guidance on messaging and accompanying graphics. » supervises execution of overall visual branding for the college. 40% Design and Production Designs and produces creative concepts in response to College needs, including: » Using a design-thinking approach for the creative process, assess and analyze the print and digital design needs that will address the needs of the business, client, and diverse audiences. » Coordinates print design and web design to ensure the graphic style of the university are met. » Designs, illustrates and prepares creative concepts using a variety of media (print, web, exhibits) that may take the shape of websites and pages, emails, digital ads, brochures, annual reports, posters, flyers, letterheads, logos, certificates, forms, and other newsletters and publications. » Prepares printing specifications for the print shop; obtains bids from vendors and OSU Printing & Mailing, and recommends contract awards; maintains contact with vendors, designers, and printers to ensure adherence to time schedules, and specifications. » Writes and approves print and digital production specifications. » Coordinates production; proofs typesetting and printing for adherence to specifications; determines if quality standards have been met. 15% Supervision » Provides leadership abilities, supervision, and direction for the adjunct Art Director and student employees, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Plans, assigns and reviews work, establishes goals and assesses performance through completion of evaluations; hires, trains, promotes employees, ensuring a diverse pool of candidates; disciplines or effectively recommends discipline up to and including dismissal; and addresses grievances, developing a framework for corrective actions as necessary. » Supports student employees' learning by teaching graphic design best practices, visual branding strategies, and the importance of DEI in creative practices. » Coordinate and manage the work of vendors to prosperously complete projects. » Hires and monitors freelance photographers, illustrators, and print and web designers as needed, coordinating with project managers on concepts and providing art direction. As needed, drive a personal vehicle to photo/video shoots. What You Will Need » Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Web Development or a related field AND eight years of practice in graphic design and/or website design. » Portfolio demonstrating high-quality, innovative design work and effective visual communication of complex ideas. » Two years of managery practice, showcasing team development and collaborative project management skills. » Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, and skills in UI/UX design principles. » Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through design work and professional activities. » Strong project management skills, including the capability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines consistently. » Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to articulate design concepts to diverse audiences. » practice developing and implementing strategic visual communication concepts aligned with organizational goals. » Evidence of continuous professional development and staying current with design trends and technologies. » Knowledge of printing procedures and requirements This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. What We Would Like You to Have » Graduate degree in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Web Development or a related field. » practice in higher education marketing or familiarity with academic institutions' communications needs. » practice with social media strategies and analyzing their effectiveness. » practice instructing and training in graphic design, online marketing or front-end development. » practice guiding or mentoring students » Familiar with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices. Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position may be located in Corvallis or in Portland, OR. Hybrid and/or remote work may be possible, as agreed upon by the employee and manager. Regardless of primary work location, travel to the Corvallis campus and/or Portland to participate in meetings will be expected. Pay Method income Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time income Range $51,072-$86,904 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/158289 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P08570UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 01/06/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 10/16/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 11/04/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified candidates Special Instructions to candidates When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and practice have prepared you for this position. 3) A Portfolio including a URL of online portfolio, if applicable. You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. Starting income within the income range will be commensurate with skills, education, and practice. For additional information Contact Us by: Adele Wilson adele.wilson@oregonstate.edu 541-737-7855 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * The Art Director needs to create visual communications that resonate with a diverse audience, including prospective students, alumni, donors, and the community. Can you describe your process and give an example for knowledge the unique needs and perspectives of different audience segments when developing marketing materials? (Open Ended Question) » * What metrics or feedback mechanisms do you use to assess the effectiveness of your messaging and make adjustments as needed while collaborating with stakeholders? (Open Ended Question) » * Can you describe a project in your portfolio that effectively transforms an organizational objective into a visual communication? Additionally, are there specific items in your portfolio that you take pride in or would like us to focus on? (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter » PortfolioOptional Documents » VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed) Skills:
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