Graphic Design Specialist jobs in Lanark, IL

Working Position Title Recreation Graphic Design & Digital/Social Media Manager (3338)
Classification Marketing Associate - Custom Classification
Position Number 00003338
Open Date 05/16/2024
Close Date 05/31/2024
Priority Review Date
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Regular
FLSA Exempt
Job code 5004
Union Representation Non-Union
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department Intercollegiate Athletics
College/Unit Intercollegiate Athletics
Division Div Intercollegiate Athletics
Location CC 204
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niuhuskies.com

Overview
Position Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop creative and engaging content to enhance NIU Recreation on various social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn etc.).
• Lead the production efforts for the creation of new content, including videography, basic photography, editing and publishing.
• Develop a comprehensive marketing and sales plan to maximize fundraising initiatives, community program/membership sales while utilizing creative design concepts.
• Performance measures will be established by the Associate Athletic Director for Recreation and will be reviewed annually.
• Lead creation of creative design concepts and storyboards for NIU Recreation to include:
  • Final artwork for use on websites, social media, and specific revenue generating events.
  • Design support graphics and layouts to be used for various initiatives and Recreation programs.
  • Participates in photo selection to be used for various projects.
  • Select formats and have stylistic input on various design pieces.

• Ability to create visually aesthetic representations within accepted graphic design practices of NIU and NIU Athletics.
• Devises strategies to maximize attention and interest in NIU Recreation.
• Provides professional support of Recreation events by creating content and promotion before, during and after events.
• Produce video content for websites, YouTube, and other social platforms.
• Provide strategies to grow and increase revenue capability of NIU Athletics Official YouTube Channel.
• Coordinate photography of the department's activities to create a digital record and for use in publications.
• Manage NIU Recreation social media accounts, providing strategy while monitoring results, analytics, and emerging digital trends year-round.
• Create and implement a social media calendar, detailing the content, messaging, and platform of each post to ensure timely publication of marketing content.
• Ensure brand compliance with the university standards as well as departmental branding procedures, working closely with the Sr. Associate Athletic Director/External Affairs.
• Maintain electronic files and records for design projects.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, Photography, Marketing, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year (12 months) of professional experience working in marketing, brand management, advertising, promotions, public relations, communications, journalism, or a related professional field.
• One (1) year (12 months) of postgraduate, professional experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
• One (1) year (12 months) of experience with video producing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut,After Effects, or similar programs).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
2. Knowledge of recruitment practices.
3. Knowledge of social media analytics, social media publishing tools, web analytics, and tracking technologies.
4. Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
5. Knowledge of media production, including social media platforms and efficiency of use, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods.
6. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, presentation software, spreadsheet software, video creation and editing software, web page creation and editing software, and analytical or scientific software.
7. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
8. Skill in producing live social media coverage.
9. Skill in verbal and written communication.
10. Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
11. Skill in time management, organizing work assignments, and responding quickly and effectively to challenges.
12. Ability to develop and execute marketing, and strategic communications plans to effect outcomes.

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)
Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience working with graphic design, print media, social media, multi-media, and web development.
• At least one (1) year of communications management and development of publications and advertising materials.
• Proficient computer skills in Adobe In-Design, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation programs.
• Excellent public relations skills; ability to collaborate with constituents and the campus community.

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)
Additional Requirements (SPS)
Preferred Qualifications (SPS)
Physical demands/requirements

• General office requirements.
• Long periods of time seated.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 6/16/24
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Percent of Staff Year 1.00
Standard Hours Per Week 37.50
Working Hours 8:00am-4:30pm
Salary $42,900.00 - $45,000.00/annually
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $1,787.50 - $1,875.00/annually
Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

1. Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Important: Please upload any unofficial transcript(s) and/or documentation that verifies any education, experience, and/or training you have received.
   • If eligible for Veteran's Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.

2. After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this position. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register.
3. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu. Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.
4. Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

• The examination for this position is a Credentials Assessment and is based on your application materials as submitted for this posting. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant's/employee's education, experience, and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). Applicants are required to upload documentation to verify the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.
• Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver's license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials.
• After assessment of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.

• Click on Marketing Associate for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.
  • Applicants who may assume they do not meet the exact minimum qualifications are still invited to apply. Within the application documents, applicants should be sure to explain how their credentials and related qualifications address the requested minimum requirements.
• Please click on Human Resource Services - Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University's benefits package.
• Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Special Instructions

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• References
• Design Sample

Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/77888
Is Background Check Required? Yes
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