Graphic Designer

Communications, Marketing & Creative Services supports Dalhousie University’s strategic priorities by working with departments and units to tell the stories of the students, faculty, and staff. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Graphic Design, the Graphic Designer is a key provider of design and technical support used in the creative execution of the Dalhousie brand for purposes of advancing recruitment, reputation and fundraising. As such, they must deliver relevant and compelling visual communications for a diverse range of audiences for print and digital mediums.

Position Title                                                                             Graphic Designer

Department/Unit                                                                    C&M-Design Svc and Photography

Location                                                                                     Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number                                                                        S346-23

Employee Group                                                                       NSGEU Local 77

Position Type                                                                            Regular, On-Going

Employment Type                                                                    Full Time

Salary                                                                                         $28.99 – $36.77 per hour ($48,996 – $61,138 per

annum, 32.5 hours per week)

Classification                                                                             T8

About Dalhousie University       

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary   

Communications, Marketing & Creative Services supports Dalhousie University’s strategic priorities by working with departments and units to tell the stories of the students, faculty, and staff. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Graphic Design, the Graphic Designer is a key provider of design and technical support used in the creative execution of the Dalhousie brand for purposes of advancing recruitment, reputation and fundraising. As such, they must deliver relevant and compelling visual communications for a diverse range of audiences for print and digital mediums.

Key Responsibilities      

• Create, develop and apply visual communications consistent with Dalhousie’s brand strategy and appropriate to target audiences. Assist the broader university community and external suppliers in understanding and applying Dalhousie’s brand guidelines.
• Analyze, identify and develop the conceptual and tactical visual direction of university communications in consultation with clients and the Creative Director, and provide solutions within a complex framework defined by brand image design standards, budget, audience considerations, and time.
• Create artwork for print and/or digital production and apply professional skills in digital layout, image editing, typography, illustration, and electronic pre-press. Apply best technological solutions – creatively and functionally – to support communications initiatives.
• Organize and maintain project resource and image files plus administrative documentation for referral, efficient reuse and record keeping.
• Provide customer service and consultation for general inquiries around visual application of the university brand, project scheduling and traffic management.
• Oversee production from outside contractors and vendors, to ensure appropriate application of branding, and compliance with image standards.

Note    

Please include a PDF of portfolio highlights or link to online portfolio.

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (a combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in design plus three to five years’ professional experience (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Expertise in various graphic design, image editing and support software, including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat); Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel); major social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).
• Must be able to work in a deadline-driven environment and able to work effectively with all members of the university community, including senior management.

Assets  

• Experience with video editing, motion graphics programs (Final Cut Pro, Motion, After Effects, Premiere, etc.); email marketing platforms (SimplyCast, Mailchimp, etc.); and content management systems (WordPress, SquareSpace, etc.) are considered strong assets
• A solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and Javascript is an asset, as is experience in User Interface design, Adobe Experience Manager, Adobe Touch UI, and SharePoint.

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration         

Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.

Diversity Statement      

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

Open Date         08/28/2023

Close Date         09/08/2023

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting                              https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/14627

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting                              https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/14627