Creative & Brand Lead
About The Job
The Creative & Brand Lead serves as the principal visual designer and creative production lead for the College of Science and Engineering (CSE). This position is responsible for creating high-quality visual communications that advance the college’s strategic priorities while ensuring alignment with University of Minnesota brand standards.
Primary Responsibilities
Create Visual Communications and Design Assets
Develop original visual assets including logos, icon systems, illustrations, infographics, and branded graphics for academic departments, research centers, and college initiatives.
Lead design and production of major publications including recruitment materials, fundraising collateral, annual reports, magazines, brochures, and strategic communications pieces.
Create graphics and visual assets optimized for websites, social media platforms, email campaigns, presentations, digital displays, and event environments.
Manage print production workflows including file preparation, vendor coordination, proofing, quality control, and final delivery.
Ensure technical accuracy in typography, layout, color management, image preparation, and production specifications.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field.
Four (4) years of professional experience in graphic design, visual communications, or a related creative field.
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
About The Department
The College of Science and Engineering (CSE) is ranked among the top engineering and science academic programs in the country. The college includes 12 academic departments offering a wide range of degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels.
Pay And Benefits
Pay Range: $74,000 per year - $91,000 per year ; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.