(Hybrid) Digital Designer - Strategic Communications and Marketing

The Department of Strategic Communications and Marketing at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Digital Designer.

About the Opportunity

As an essential member of the Strategic Priorities communications and marketing team, the digital designer is responsible for supporting the design, development, and implementation of a variety of communication materials and channels to enhance user experience and drive engagement across traditional and digital media platforms. This position will also provide professional graphic design services for presentation materials and other collateral related to internal/external messaging and events. This position is hybrid and the incumbent will be required to be in the office at least 3 days a week.

Typical assignments include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Graphic design (print and digital)
• Website design and content updates
• Field and environmental design
• Web accessibility remediation
• Online forms and surveys
• HTML email
• Social media
• Digital signage
• PowerPoint design

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Provides professional graphic design services and support for presentation materials and other collateral related to internal/external messaging and events.
• Conceptualizes and formulates design strategies and presentation approaches for visual imagery, communications, and promotional purposes for WVU.
• Makes concrete design and layout decisions for content across a variety of channels (e.g., web, mobile, digital, print, and environmental).
• Serves as an advocate for user-focused design, develops and implements strategies to improve the usability, accessibility, and satisfaction associated with Strategic Priorities digital assets in ways that are attractive and convenient for users.
• Communicates with cross-functional teams to establish a vision for design projects, while ensuring that unit business needs are met.
• Oversees the design, development, and distribution of HTML email content for high-impact messages.
• Manages the development and design of online surveys used to capture WVU student, faculty, and staff insights and feedback.
• Manages and designs content for West Virginia University's digital signage platform in accordance with brand and accessibility standards.
• Leads the design and development of website content for divisions/units that fall under the purview of Strategic Priorities using a variety of university tools.
• Works with staff in the design and management of website content in compliance with the University's web policy and style guidelines.
• Uses accessible web page design guidelines in developing and revising web pages to ensure that they are accessible to a diverse audience.
• Monitors usage to guide the ongoing development and improvement of websites.
• Performs related duties as assigned or directed.

• A bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia, integrated marketing, or a related field, plus a minimum of 2-3 years of related work experience.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Application Instructions

• Please include a link or attach your portfolio to your application for best consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert-level proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and its related design tools.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and deliver quality work that meets project and unit needs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to communicate effectively across diverse client groups with excellent command of the English language.
• Substantial experience with client management.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with ease.
• Skilled proficiency with creating websites from inception to completion (e.g., content audit, user experience design, information architecture, branding, accessibility remediation, etc.).
• Knowledge of current and emerging web technologies and standards.
• Skilled proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Team-oriented: excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral communications, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive tasks or tight deadlines that may extend beyond normal working hours on occasion.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work under pressure.
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to new or changing situations, priorities, and technologies.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.