Coordinator Graphic Design - Enrollment Management Communications

Office of Enrollment Management Communications

Division of Enrollment Management

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

The Office of Enrollment Management Communications at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Coordinator Graphic Design position. We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to enhancing the accessibility of higher education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment, improving the recruitment and graduation of our students.

Applications received within the first 2 weeks (14 days) of the job posting date will receive priority review.

The Position:

This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility.

Works as a member of the Creative Marketing team in the Division of Enrollment Management (EM). Creates unique and innovative visual assets and designs for various collateral including print, digital, and multimedia platforms working within the established brand guidelines. Oversees the production of printed materials alongside the Creative team, working with on-campus and off-campus vendors. Assists in vendor relationships to obtain cost estimates for projects within quality specifications, financial constraints, and schedule for projects along with promotional item strategy. Continuously performs assessments of projects and determines if changes are needed to meet the desired outcome and timeline.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree must be obtained by the date of hire; current students nearing graduation are encouraged to apply.

• 2 years of experience related to duties and responsibilities; student employment, student volunteer work, or internship experience related to job duties will be considered..

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience and expertise with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

• Successful experience working under tight deadlines.

• Experience with Mac operating systems and Microsoft Office

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work within established brand guideline

• Working knowledge and understanding of MAC operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite

• Working knowledge of best practices in print and digital communication

• Possess strong self-discipline and motivation

• Proven written and verbal communication skill

• Must have the ability to learn, be flexible to change, and be innovative

• Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels with a variety of background

• Ability to lead and manage projects with varying degrees of complexity and involvement, prioritizing tasks appropriately

• Ability to work efficiently and professionally in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Possess strong self-discipline and motivation

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to exercise good judgment and handle diverse and difficult situations with confidence, motivation, and flexibility

• Possess and demonstrate a personal commitment to excellence and efficiency, and a passion to serve future and current Volunteers of all ages and background

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This position will work on creative that is applied across various channels, experience working deeply in one of these categories or some basic knowledge across all three would be beneficial:

o Knowledge of print processes and technique

o Knowledge of digital design principles and techniques (responsive layouts, basic CSS, fundamentals of good UX/UI)

o Knowledge of video and photography production (including shooting, editing, retouching)

• Knowledge of university style and communications standard

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premier, Lightroom)

• Sound knowledge of and experience with Slate CRM system and Asana project management system

• Understanding of higher education priorities, processes, and workflow

• Experience with project management and data reporting system

The Division

The Enrollment Management (EM) division comprises more than 190 full-time staff who serve our students through the following departments and functions: Undergraduate Admissions, International Recruitment, Transfer Center, One Stop Student Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Center for Financial Wellness, University Registrar, Pre-college Research Excellence Programs, EM Research & Analytics, EM Communications, and EM Operations. The Division of Enrollment Management is committed to our Vision, Mission and Values. We are passionate about fulfilling our land-grant mission of accessible education and making an impact that will transform lives through the student experience.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is the state of Tennessee's flagship university and is classified as a Carnegie Research 1 institution. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation is key to our mission. UT enrolls over 35,000 students (more than 6000 graduate/professional students) at its Knoxville campus. Led by the example of our Chancellor's Cabinet and their Principles for Engagement, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, builds and supports an inclusive community that provides opportunities to lead, serve and engage as Volunteers and citizens. We strive to create a welcoming community rich with diverse experiences. We seek colleagues who are committed to teamwork and have a passion for working with and serving all constituents. We especially seek candidates who have an ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the goals of the university.

The Knoxville Community: Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville has a metropolitan statistical area population of more than 850,000 people. We enjoy a dynamic culture that includes numerous theaters and museums, a vibrant and diverse music scene including a symphony orchestra and an opera company, world-class restaurants, numerous cultural festivals and an active downtown market square. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains; and a day's drive to Memphis, Chicago and Washington D.C.