Creative Services Coordinator/Graphic Designer

As a key member of Berkeley’s Advancement team, reporting to the Director of Communications, the Creative Services Coordinator/Graphic Designer manages many aspects of Berkeley’s extensive graphic design and marketing needs. We are looking for a dynamic individual with professional graphic design experience, excellence project management skills and the ability to produce a wide variety of communication materials from concept to completion.  This position demands the ability to interpret conceptual needs and to design solutions with high visual impact. The work requires experience in the following (but limited to): publications, programs, brochures, banners, invitations, websites, social media platforms, multimedia design, magazines, signage and brand identity.

Qualified Candidates will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, graphic design or related field
• Creative flair, versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio
• Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas
• Up-to-date experience with industry leading software and technologies (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Excellent oral and written communications skills 
• Strong editing skills required
• Experience working within popular social media platforms
• Background working in an education environment is preferred
• Strong planning, prioritizing, multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and within strict deadlines
• Ability to work flexible hours when required
• Positive, optimistic attitude and strong work ethic and initiative
• Professionalism regarding time, costs and deadlines

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and manage content and coordinate printing of various school publications 
• Assist with timely content for Berkeley’s social media sites 
• Analyze data generated from the performance of social media posts and suggest/apply new strategies as needed
• Publish e-newsletters, email push notifications and other important email announcements using the website content management software
• Provide content for Berkeley’s bi-annual alumni magazine
• Facilitate specific division and department communication needs
• Work directly with vendors (printers, marketing firms, mail houses, etc.) to manage project costs
• Work with the faculty and staff to produce, manage and brand various publications, social media news, PowerPoint presentations and promotional materials
• Assist Director of Communications with brand management and guideline enforcement
• Other duties as assigned by the Director
• Other duties as assigned by the Headmaster

Compensation and Benefits:

The appointment is a full-time, year-round, position with full benefits. The compensation package will be very competitive nationally and commensurate with experience, degree attainment and the national independent school and college markets.