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Position Information
Functional Title
Director of Creative Services
Position Type
Administrative/Professional
Appointment Type
Regular
FTE %
100
Work Schedule (if atypical)
Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Some weekend and evening hours may be required.
University Overview
Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university-it's a home for passionate individuals like you.
At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart-Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. If you're fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.
With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.
Join us in shaping the future, where your passion meets purpose. Come be part of something extraordinary and apply today!
Diversity Statement
The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.
Job Description Summary
The Director of Creative Services within the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications plays a pivotal role in translating strategic initiatives, stories, and ideas into visually compelling designs for the university. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute the university's creative vision, overseeing a breadth of projects from dynamic marketing campaigns to the alumni magazine, Voice. The Director of Creative Services maintains brand consistency, ensuring that creative assets align with the university's overall strategy, while also meeting the needs of departmental requests. This creative professional with proven leadership experience sets the strategic direction for overall creative design, and directs a combination of in-house and contracted creative resources in the production of print and digital design solutions. Lead the development of innovative and effective visual marketing campaigns, thinking strategically to shape brand-compelling communications that support university initiatives and resonate with audiences. Provide a high-level direction of the conceptualization, design, and execution of Creative works for a variety of mediums, including but not limited to: flyers, event templates, website visuals, brochures, viewbooks, advertisements, social media graphics, alumni magazine, etc.
Oversee and produce concepts, art direction, storyboards, layout, and design for print and digital advertising efforts. Ensure all design and print projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
Act as a graphic designer, working with the AVP of Strategic Marketing and Communications and Operations and Integrated Marketing team on producing creative projects that support the recruitment, retention, and reputation of the university. Understand and apply brand strategies in the execution of Creative assignments.
Generate impactful and memorable creative ideas from concept to production for MarComm projects that resonate with different audiences such as prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, alumni, and parents.
Maintain and reinforce cohesive brand identity for the university. Act as the steward of the university's visual identity and drive creative solutions that further refine and advance that identity.
Ensure Creative Services team is following established protocols for design and print production standards. Ensure consistent brand implementation and quality control, while also ensuring visual work aligns with the department's goals and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits Summary
Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.
University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan - can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.
In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.
Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.
Location
La Verne Main Campus
Number of Vacancies
Duties
Salary Range
Minimum:
84,700.00
Maximum:
$84,700 - $97,000
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2018-190961SA
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Information
Functional Title
Director of Creative Services
Position Type
Administrative/Professional
Appointment Type
Regular
FTE %
100
Work Schedule (if atypical)
Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. Some weekend and evening hours may be required.
University Overview
Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university-it's a home for passionate individuals like you.
At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart-Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. If you're fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.
With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.
Join us in shaping the future, where your passion meets purpose. Come be part of something extraordinary and apply today!
Diversity Statement
The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.
Job Description Summary
The Director of Creative Services within the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications plays a pivotal role in translating strategic initiatives, stories, and ideas into visually compelling designs for the university. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute the university's creative vision, overseeing a breadth of projects from dynamic marketing campaigns to the alumni magazine, Voice. The Director of Creative Services maintains brand consistency, ensuring that creative assets align with the university's overall strategy, while also meeting the needs of departmental requests. This creative professional with proven leadership experience sets the strategic direction for overall creative design, and directs a combination of in-house and contracted creative resources in the production of print and digital design solutions. Lead the development of innovative and effective visual marketing campaigns, thinking strategically to shape brand-compelling communications that support university initiatives and resonate with audiences. Provide a high-level direction of the conceptualization, design, and execution of Creative works for a variety of mediums, including but not limited to: flyers, event templates, website visuals, brochures, viewbooks, advertisements, social media graphics, alumni magazine, etc.
Oversee and produce concepts, art direction, storyboards, layout, and design for print and digital advertising efforts. Ensure all design and print projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
Act as a graphic designer, working with the AVP of Strategic Marketing and Communications and Operations and Integrated Marketing team on producing creative projects that support the recruitment, retention, and reputation of the university. Understand and apply brand strategies in the execution of Creative assignments.
Generate impactful and memorable creative ideas from concept to production for MarComm projects that resonate with different audiences such as prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, alumni, and parents.
Maintain and reinforce cohesive brand identity for the university. Act as the steward of the university's visual identity and drive creative solutions that further refine and advance that identity.
Ensure Creative Services team is following established protocols for design and print production standards. Ensure consistent brand implementation and quality control, while also ensuring visual work aligns with the department's goals and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum seven years of recent experience in a design leadership role, with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns, projects, and strategies
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in graphic design, advertising, marketing, or a related field preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in understanding and upholding brand standards and solid understanding of design principles.
- Excellent strategic planning and resource management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and executive leadership presence exemplified across all levels working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities, and successfully manage multiple priority projects with inflexible deadlines and strict budgets.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Expertise in higher education
- Expertise in writing and copy editing
- Ability to use creative concepts to advance storytelling
Benefits Summary
Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.
University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan - can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.
In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.
Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.
Location
La Verne Main Campus
Number of Vacancies
Duties
Salary Range
Minimum:
84,700.00
Maximum:
$84,700 - $97,000
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2018-190961SA
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
