The Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC) builds and protects the Ohio State brand, enhances reputation and inspires choice across the institution’s various audiences. Serving as the strategic thought leader and sought-after expert in marketing and communications for the university, one key way OMC delivers upon this vision is through Scarlet Studio – a centralized shared services unit that offers a wide-range of marketing and communications services and technology enablement products to colleges and units that delivers cost efficiencies while enabling application of brand consistently across audience touch points. Through Scarlet Studio, colleges and units have access to modern marketing and communications service offerings that enhance the Ohio State brand while advancing the university’s strategic goals.
The Art Director should combine a keen visual eye with technical proficiency to produce effective creative solutions that build awareness, inspire choice and enhance the Ohio State brand. Reporting to the Associate Creative Director, Scarlet Studio, this role will be responsible for creating deliverables across various print and digital applications for colleges and units throughout the institution that consistently reflect Ohio State’s brand experience principles. The Art Director will also play a significant role in leading design and production of the Ohio State Alumni Magazine in print and digital formats.
With a passion for design and storytelling, the Art Director should have deep knowledge of design principals and best practices. The position shall demonstrate strategic thinking, be a team player with a proactive work style and the ability to independently self-manage time and efforts across projects and competing priorities. Role requires excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple work streams and deliverables to ensure deadlines are met.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in graphic design, visual arts, UX/UI design or related field). Minimum six (6) years of practice in the field of design. Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and XD. Experience working on print publications. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to excellence in work. Ability to think creatively and strategically, while being detail oriented and following a project from ideation through implementation.
Desired Qualifications:
Masters or advanced degree (preferably in graphic design, visual arts, UX/UI design or related field). Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of practice in the field of design. Experience designing for print editorial publications as well as web and creating webpages. Knowledge of professional printing standards; experience working with printing vendors. Experience working with photographers and/or videographers to plan photo shoots and direct on location. Experience working with major brands.
Function: Marketing and Communications
Subfunction: Creative Leadership
Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized
Career Level: S4
The Target Hiring Range for this position is $79,000 to $105,000 per year.
By the start of employment, all newly hired employees must receive at least the first dose of a two-dose series or a single dose of a one-dose series COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals who choose a two-dose series vaccination must receive the second dose within 45 days of their start date. Proof of vaccination will be required at time of hire.
Candidates may request a medical or religious exemption from the vaccination requirement. Campus employees may also request an exemption for personal reasons. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine or OSUP Employees are not eligible for personal exemptions. All exemptions are subject to Ohio State’s approval and subject to change, including revocation, due to legal and regulatory requirements.
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