We're Hiring!

Title: Temporary Graphic Designer/Marketing
VP Area: Enrollment Management/Marketing
Department: Marketing
Position Compensation: $29.00 / hour
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:
Provide Northwestern with creative support for digital and print media.

This is a temporary position with an anticipated duration of 10 weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned creative projects in a collaborative environment.
• Produce slides, graphics, and web elements to inform and enhance marketing campaigns and engagement initiatives.
• Provide design services for print, mailing, outdoor, product and digital campaigns.
• Speak into the creative vision for marketing campaigns.
• Maintain consistent brand identity, and manage the brand style guides.
• Stay current on design trends for digital and print marketing.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 1 year professional work experience
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to Have:

• Graphic design or related degree
• Previous experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, content management systems, website systems, Microsoft Office, or Adobe Lightroom

Key Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for work-related purposes.
• Financial Oversight: Experience managing budgets and financial resources within assigned responsibilities.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

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