Jr. Art Director
A local independent educational institution is hiring an on-site Jr. Art Director in the Baltimore, MD market area for a full-time, direct hire opportunity.
Jr. Art Director Perks:
- Purposeful Work – Working in an educational institution provides the opportunity to create meaningful design that directly impacts the experience of students, faculty, and the broader school community. This sense of purpose can be especially appealing to those seeking a career with a positive social impact.
- Diverse Project Portfolio – The position provides exposure to a wide range of design tasks, including print and digital materials for marketing, branding, and school events. This variety helps build a well-rounded portfolio that showcases versatility in different media formats and design approaches.
- Generous Marketing Resources – The role benefits from the support of a well-funded marketing budget, ensuring access to the necessary resources for impactful design initiatives. This provides an opportunity to work on high-visibility projects that reach diverse audiences while maintaining creative flexibility.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K benefits (with matching!) and a generous PTO package.
- Competitive Compensation – Annual Salary starting at $75k, depending on experience.
Jr. Art Director Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
- 3+ years of graphic design experience, preferably in an education, EdTech, Publishing, or another relevant field or setting.
- A strong resume AND portfolio demonstrating your skills in branding, heavy print, and some digital design, with a clear focus on exceptional typography and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and a working knowledge of video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, etc.).
- Experience with DSLR/mirrorless photography and photo editing.
- Strong familiarity with design and content management platforms such as Canva, Adobe Express, and Google Slides.
- Enthusiasm for engaging in the life of the educational community and supporting its mission.
- Solid understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and brand consistency.
- Ability to work with both print production processes and digital design specifications.
- Interest and experience in crafting creative content for social media and digital platforms.
- Strong attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to conceptualize effective design solutions.
Jr. Art Director Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain visual design standards that reflect Gilman’s brand identity across all media platforms.
- Collaborate with internal departments such as Admissions, Advancement, and Auxiliary Services to deliver creative design solutions that meet project objectives.
- Manage design projects from inception to completion, including estimating costs, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring timely delivery.
- Produce creative designs for print materials, including newsletters, brochures, posters, invitations, and signage, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
- Oversee the creation of visual content for the annual fund, advertisements, admissions collateral, alumni materials, and event programs.
- Supervise external agencies and contractors for printing projects, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Capture and edit photographs of campus events for use in marketing materials.
- Create easy-to-use design templates in platforms such as Canva, Google Slides, and Adobe Creative Suite for non-design staff.
- Utilize design tools to craft engaging content for social media platforms and digital storytelling.
- Maintain a high standard of quality and creativity in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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