Graphic Designer

Position Summary

Coker University seeks a talented and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join our Marketing and Communications team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of publication layout, organizational branding, and professional design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). This role will involve designing a wide range of materials that enhance the university's brand, including print publications, digital assets, and promotional items.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and produce high-quality print and digital publications, including brochures, flyers, event programs, newsletters, and other collateral.

- Ensure consistency with Coker University's branding and visual identity guidelines across all materials.

- Collaborate with various departments to create marketing materials that support recruitment, fundraising, and university awareness campaigns.

- Manage the layout, design, and production process for university publications, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of content.

- Work with external vendors, such as printers and photographers, to produce materials that meet project specifications and quality standards.

- Assist in the creation of digital assets for the university website, social media platforms, and email campaigns.

- Stay current with design trends and technology advancements to ensure Coker's materials remain innovative and engaging.

- Oversee graphic design interns from Coker University's undergraduate graphic design program

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field OR 5 years working as a professional graphic designer

- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in publication layout, branding, and digital design.

- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills.

- Familiarity with pre-press and print production processes.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working in higher education or with nonprofit organizations.

- Knowledge of website design and basic HTML/CSS.

- Photography and video editing skills are a plus.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to https://coker.isolvedhire.com/pages/JobOpportunities Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

University Standard Service and Excellence Expectations

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism.

Coker University readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom. Coker is ranked among the "Best Colleges" in the South by U.S. News & World Report as well as The Princeton Review. Located in Hartsville, Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.

Coker University, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, veterans or military status, or against individuals with disabilities, or other legally protected classifications in the areas of employment, admission, financial aid or access to educational or extracurricular programs, activities or facilities.