Director of Creative - Scranton, United States - University of Scranton

University of Scranton

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University of Scranton

Director of Creative & Production Services

Non-Discrimination Statement
The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination.

Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Anyone who has questions about the Universitys Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy, or the Universitys Non-Discrimination or Anti-Harassment Policy, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policy should contact:
Elizabeth M. Garcia

Title IX Coordinator

The Office of Equity and Diversity

Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Rm 311

University Mission

Department
Printing Services

Job Purpose:

As the leader of a service function in the External Affairs Division, the Director of Creative & Production Services supports the University's external strategic marketing and positioning objectives by ensuring compliance with and use of the University's brand, logo and graphic identify standards, and supports efficient and effective print, mail and package services for the University community.

The position reports to the Senior Vice President for the Office of the President.

Essential Duties:

Provide creative services, brand and graphics expertise as an internal consultant to university stakeholders, working to establish timelines and to provide accurate project estimates so that clients can make informed decisions
Develop and maintain a responsive and efficient creative services process to support the design, production and distribution needs of the University and related organizations
Coordinate all external contract printing and mailing to ensure the efficient and ethical use of University resources, including employing a fair bidding process as appropriate
Ensure that projects reflect the Universitys brand and graphic identify standards and meet client expectations
Contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Universitys brand and graphic identity
Ensure compliance in the use of University registered marks in consultation with the General Counsel as needed and manage trademark royalties
Coordinate efforts to oversee photography resources for the University, including assessment of the need for photography and photo library database management
Establish and maintain relationships with a pool of qualified printing and mailing vendors and freelance graphic designers and proofreaders to support projects as needed
Supervise and evaluate the performance of the Assistant Director of Printing and Mailing Services, Senior Graphic Designer and Graphic Designer
Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets for Printing & Mailing Services and manage department credit cards
Manage department budget reporting and tracking including, vended printing and mailing, postal accounts, and monthly chargebacks

Additional Skills Required:

Ability to embrace, implement and maintain brand and graphic standards
Superior customer service and project management skills
Demonstrated understanding of graphic design, printing, print production and mailing
Demonstrated skill in using advanced computer and design programs, including word processing, spreadsheets, and Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by an ability to work with a variety of groups, organizations and individuals
Must be able to support the Universitys commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the Universitys Catholic and Jesuit mission

Minimum Education Requirements:

Bachelors degree in communications, graphic design or related field

Preferred Education:

Minimum Job Experience Requirements:

Three (3) years of experience in leading/managing creative services teams (e.g printing, design or publications setting) that complete a high volume of concurrent projects under deadlines
Supervisory responsibility

Preferred Qualifications:

Years of Experience: 3

University Classification:
Professional

FLSA Classification:
Exempt

Schedule/Work Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required.

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time

Annual Schedule: 12

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Posting Number:
S0835P

Open Date: 05/16/2024

Close Date: 05/30/2024

Open Until Filled:
No