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Inside Higher Ed · 2 days ago

Graphic Designer (Remote Eligible)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$64K/yr - $101K/yr

3+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join their team. The role involves developing visual identities and creating marketing assets for Stanford's educational initiatives, ensuring brand consistency across multiple platforms.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain visual identity systems for three related but distinct brands

Create design guidelines and templates that ensure consistency across teams

Evolve our visual language to stay fresh, relevant, and true to Stanford's mission

Design custom marketing assets for enterprise education programs and corporate clients

Create promotional materials that support revenue-generating partnerships

Develop professional collateral that reflects Stanford's caliber and reputation

Design materials for executive participation in industry conferences, panels, and speaking engagements

Support brand-building initiatives that enhance Stanford Online's market position

Create assets that tell our story at the highest levels

Produce web design wireframes and prototypes in collaboration with our UX team

Create digital advertising assets across platforms (display, social, search)

Develop all product imagery for open enrollment programs

Design print materials and collateral as needed

Take responsibility for projects from initial client contact through final delivery

Work closely with our Senior Web/UX Designer, marketing team, and cross-functional stakeholders

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines

Coordinate with external vendors and print shops when needed

Maintain quality control and ensure adherence to brand standards

Stay current on industry standards, design trends, and emerging technologies

Bring fresh ideas and creative solutions to the team

Adapt quickly to changing priorities and customer needs

Qualification

Graphic Design PrinciplesBrand DevelopmentWeb Design PrototypesMarketing Assets CreationProject ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in related field and three years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Demonstrated understanding of graphic design principles

Ability to work around an initial concept and think in terms of broad solutions

Demonstrated experience and understanding of job-required software applications and mediums, including browser usability and cross platform compatibility

Ability to present a portfolio that reflects creative work

Ability to adapt to changing priorities, deadlines, and customer needs

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Strong organizational and communication (both written and verbal) skills

Ability to perform detailed work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong knowledge in industry standards, trends, and technical knowledge

Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks

Frequently stand/walk, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, and reach/work above shoulders

Occasionally sit, twist/bend/stoop/squat

Visual acuity including color vision

Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations

Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures