Director, Design Services

Job Title: Director, Design ServicesLocation: Kennesaw, GeorgiaRegular/Temporary: RegularFull/Part Time: Full-TimeJob ID: 293798About UsAre you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!Location(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.Job SummaryOversees the development of the Strategic Communications and Marketing Creative Services team, shaping the University's graphic design strategy, and managing the creative direction andexecution of the graphics group. Provides leadership and guidance across all projects while inspiring, mentoring, and building a high-performing team of digital and traditional graphic designers. Responsible for evaluating, coaching, and recruiting creative talent, as well as supporting the growth, management, and stewardship of the University's brand.ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversees the creative design process from concept to completion Communicates objectives into clear, creative strategies and impactful executions Collaborates closely with multidisciplinary project teams to ensure cohesive outcomes Leads and directs the design team in producing marketing and communications collateral, including digital and traditional advertising, brochures, university stationery, and the University magazine. Ensures visual communication and brand standards are met and evolves brand standards as needed Meets with partners and management to present campaign strategies and solutions; proactively anticipates repeat work and coordinates with Strategic Communications and partners Reviews creative work, troubleshoots issues, and provides constructive feedback to design teams Assists with recruiting, hiring, and training design staff; manages and supports the career development of graphic and digital designers Manages brand visual identity and oversees freelance design contracts Assess and forecast software and hardware requirements, contributing to capital planning and ensuring alignment with organizational growth and technology strategyRequired QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related fieldRequired ExperienceEight (8) years of creative experience in graphic and digital design or previous art director experience to include previous team management and supervisory skillsOther Required QualificationsCurrent, valid and unrestricted driver's licensePreferred QualificationsPreferred Educational QualificationsAn advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related fieldAbilitiesKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesAble to work collaboratively across the entire communications and marketing teamAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlinesComfort interacting with clients and internal staff alikeKNOWLEDGEExtensive knowledge of graphic fundamentals, print, digital and web capabilities, as well as branding, marketing and advertising principlesExperience with a variety of Adobe Creative Suite software, including Photoshop, InDesign, illustrator, Dreamweaver, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and FlashStrong creative background and intimate understanding of design, copy, and digital web best practices and guidelinesStrong understanding of brand development and multichannel marketing conceptsProficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Desktop Publishing software)SkillsExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skillsExcellent leadership, team building, and coaching skillsStrong, persuasive, and presentation skillsStrong attention to detail and follow-up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquetteUSG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal Employment OpportunityKennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.Other InformationThis is a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the timeBackground CheckStandard EnhancedEducationMotor Vehicle RecordPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf