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VISUAL MEDIA DESIGNER

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$47,000–$57,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Adobe After Effects, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Product Family, Advertising, Animation, Best Practices, Brand Marketing (Branding), Campaigns, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Digital Video, Graphic Design, Graphics, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Communications, Multimedia, Multitasking, Printers, Printing, Project Development, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Publications, Social Media, Storytelling, Team Player, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Typography, Web Design, Wireframes, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Mount Pleasant, MI
POSTED
1 day ago
VISUAL MEDIA DESIGNER
Central Michigan University (CMU)
Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
Department: University Marketing & Communications
Division: President
Job Type: Full-Time, 12-Month
Salary Range: $47,000 - $57,000 annually
Description
Central Michigan University is seeking a creative and innovative Visual Media Designer to join the University Marketing & Communications team. This position develops compelling visual storytelling and marketing campaigns across print, digital, web, mobile, and multimedia platforms to support the university's communication and branding goals.
Key Responsibilities
• Create engaging visual stories and compelling marketing narratives
• Design campaigns and creative assets for print, web, mobile, and digital platforms
• Develop innovative concepts and visual solutions for university communications
• Collaborate with writers, photographers, videographers, social media specialists, and web teams
• Create animations and motion graphics for digital advertising and video projects
• Design wireframes and webpage layouts in partnership with marketing and digital teams
• Meet with campus clients to plan and develop creative projects
• Prepare publication specifications and coordinate with printers on production needs
• Stay current with emerging design trends, technologies, and best practices
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience totaling four years
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including:
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
• Strong typography, layout, and conceptual design skills
• Knowledge of printing processes and production methods
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative creative team
• Strong client-service, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Adobe XD and Figma
• Experience working within established brand standards and graphic guidelines
• Experience using project management tools
• Experience in higher education marketing or communications
Work Schedule
• Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary Range: $47,000 - $57,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities
Application Information
• Work samples are strongly encouraged and should be uploaded with the application
• Letters of recommendation may also be submitted
Equal Opportunity Employer
Central Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal access in education and employment.
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