University of Chicago
Multimedia Designer
The Multimedia Designer will lead the visual strategy for the Institute by building and maintaining a compelling and consistent brand. As the visual and graphic design lead on the communications team, the Multimedia Designer will design and produce all visual content for the Institute, including visual communication products for our web, email, social media, and print platforms. The ideal candidate will have a combination of creative and brand-building skills and experience, as well as an eye for detail and aesthetics. The Multimedia Designer will report to the Senior Director of Communications, Marketing and External Engagement. Responsibilities include: Leading in the design, development, and production of digital and print materials. Producing compelling and professional highlight videos of the Institute's research, education, and outreach efforts. Contracting, managing, and providing technical and aesthetic oversight of audio, video, livestream, lighting, and photography vendors. Managing the Institute's digital asset library. Advising on new software and online platforms. Overseeing the Institute's multimedia equipment. Coordinating production support with outside vendors. Ensuring that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction. Performing other related work as needed. Minimum qualifications include a college or university degree in a related field and 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia/video production, or a related field, professional graphic design experience, and proficiency in Canva and Adobe Cloud. Application documents required include a resume/CV, cover letter, and three professional references contact information. The job family is Communications, and the role impact is an individual contributor with 37.5 scheduled weekly hours. The pay rate type is salary, with a pay range of $90,000.00 - $105,000.00. The position is benefits eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees.
The Multimedia Designer will lead the visual strategy for the Institute by building and maintaining a compelling and consistent brand. As the visual and graphic design lead on the communications team, the Multimedia Designer will design and produce all visual content for the Institute, including visual communication products for our web, email, social media, and print platforms. The ideal candidate will have a combination of creative and brand-building skills and experience, as well as an eye for detail and aesthetics. The Multimedia Designer will report to the Senior Director of Communications, Marketing and External Engagement. Responsibilities include: Leading in the design, development, and production of digital and print materials. Producing compelling and professional highlight videos of the Institute's research, education, and outreach efforts. Contracting, managing, and providing technical and aesthetic oversight of audio, video, livestream, lighting, and photography vendors. Managing the Institute's digital asset library. Advising on new software and online platforms. Overseeing the Institute's multimedia equipment. Coordinating production support with outside vendors. Ensuring that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction. Performing other related work as needed. Minimum qualifications include a college or university degree in a related field and 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia/video production, or a related field, professional graphic design experience, and proficiency in Canva and Adobe Cloud. Application documents required include a resume/CV, cover letter, and three professional references contact information. The job family is Communications, and the role impact is an individual contributor with 37.5 scheduled weekly hours. The pay rate type is salary, with a pay range of $90,000.00 - $105,000.00. The position is benefits eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees.