Graphic Designer

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Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood of Riverdale, close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as Van Cortlandt Park, and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 3,000 full- and part‑time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study.

It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.

The Graphic Designer is a key creative role within the Marketing Office, responsible for designing, producing, and managing a broad spectrum of visual communications in support of Manhattan University’s strategic goals in advertising, marketing, web, social media, publications, enrollment, retention, advancement, academic excellence, and campus engagement. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position requires creativity, a strong command of both digital and print media, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to maintain brand integrity across multiple touchpoints in a collaborative, deadline‑driven higher education environment.

• Produce high‑quality print and digital design assets, including publications, brochures, posters, viewbooks, invitations, event programs, direct mail, presentations, and environmental signage.
• Design digital‑first creative for social media, email campaigns, websites, online advertising, and video graphics, ensuring all assets are optimized for platform specifications.
• Translate concepts and campaign themes into cohesive design systems that work across multiple mediums and audiences.
• Prepare accurate, print‑ready files and web‑optimized graphics following correct technical specifications, color standards, and accessibility best practices.
• Uphold and enforce Manhattan University’s brand identity, ensuring consistent application of typography, color, logos, photography, and layout systems.
• Maintain and update branded templates, toolkits, and visual assets, and guide campus partners on proper brand usage.
• Collaborate with writers, editors, photographers, videographers, web strategists, and campus stakeholders to develop fully integrated creative solutions.
• Work with the Executive Director to implement art direction for photo/video shoots, freelance designers, student assistants, and setiap production partners as needed.
• Design responsive digital assets that support UX/UI goals and comply with WCAG accessibility standards.
• Develop motion graphics, micro‑animations, or video overlays when required to support campaigns and storytelling.
• Manage full print production processes, including developing specs, reviewing proofs, selecting materials/finishes, coordinating press checks, and ensuring final output quality.
• Work directly with external vendors to secure quotes, manage timelines, troubleshoot production issues, and maintain quality and cost‑efficiency.
• Create signage, way finding, banners, large‑format displays, and other environmental branding elements for campus events and installations.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects in a deadline‑driven environment, balancing shifting priorities and ensuring timely delivery of all creative assets.
• Maintain organized digital workflows, file structures, and asset archives to support efficient production and long‑term brand consistency.
• Track project schedules, approvals, production timelines, and delivery milestones, proactively communicating updates to stakeholders.
• Support marketing campaigns by producing effective visual assets that drive engagement, enrollment, fundraising, and brand awareness.
• Incorporate feedback from campus partners and senior leadership to improve creative solutions and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Monitor performance of design materials and digital assets, using…