Graphic Designer

About SUNY Maritime College:

The State University of New York (SUNY) Maritime College is a preeminent Maritime Academy in the United States with a longstanding tradition of proudly educating, developing, and growing the nautical industry in the USA, since 1874. Maritime College is the first of the nation's six maritime academies, is a founding institution of the SUNY, and is proud to be the first institution to receive the first National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV), the TSES Empire State VII - all testaments to our motto, "First and Foremost."

Located on a uniquely picturesque campus, SUNY Maritime College sits on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of NYC on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel on the doorstep of one of the largest metropolis's and maritime ports in the world, New York City.

The college offers an array of job opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth, diversity, inclusion, scholarship, enrichment, leadership, and career development among its employees, coupled with a far reaching maritime professional network within the USA and internationally. Maritime College is dedicated to the goal of building an equitable, inclusive academic community and maritime industry. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate through their professional or lived experience that they will contribute to this goal.

Job Description:

SUNY Maritime College seeks to hire a full-time Graphic Designer to join its Office for Marketing and Communications. Reporting directly to the Director of Marketing and Communications and working with various departments throughout the campus community, the Graphic Designer will be responsible for; creating print, digital and web content in support of all campus-wide marketing campaigns, while also supporting the office of Institutional Advancement with special events and fundraising functions.

This creative work will include presentations, newsletters, promotional materials and web ads/banners.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and produce complex graphic materials for print and digital use, including brochures, newsletters, posters, signage, displays, charts, maps, diagrams, and promotional content
• Lead creative direction and develop initial concepts for graphic design projects
• Create original designs, graphics, layouts, and multimedia content for web, electronic, and marketing platforms using industry-standard tools
• Ensure quality control, brand consistency, and timely updates across all print and web-based materials
• Optimize images and layouts to support and enhance the campus website and intranet
• Consult and collaborate with department staff and design team members to plan and deliver effective visual communications, including support for photo and video shoots
• Maintain electronic image libraries and archives of graphic design assets and publications
• Prepare print specifications and cost estimates; research vendors and pricing to ensure accurate production costs.
• Stay current on graphic design trends and recommend appropriate software, hardware, and tools
• Demonstrated experience working within established brand guidelines; detail- and deadline-oriented, proactive, collaborative, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• The candidate should demonstrate experience working within established brand guidelines. The candidate must be detail- and deadline-oriented, proactive, collaborative and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field
• Three to five years of professional graphic design experience, including planning, creating, producing, and organizing print and digital content
• Strong project management skills with strict attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with industry-standard design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Dreamweaver)
• Work Samples: Applicants must include at least two recent samples of work created for both print and web
• Demonstrated experience with image optimization techniques for print and web
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to translate verbal and written direction into effective design solutions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment

Additional Information:

Classification/Salary Range: The Graphic Designer is a full-time calendar year UUP unclassified position. The anticipated salary range for the position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually with an outstanding benefits package (for additional information, please see the UUP-FT-Benefits-at-a- ). Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications to commence immediately…