Assistant Creative Services Manager (or Senior Graphic Designer ) Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 14683)

Description

Position Summary  

The Assistant Creative Services Manager (or Senior Graphic Designer) conceptualizes and creates visual design solutions that support Bellevue College's brand, marketing communication, and recruitment goals. Utilizing their expertise and knowledge of current marketing and communication design best practices, the Senior Graphic Designer (or Assistant Creative Services Manager) offers strategic design guidance to leadership and campus stakeholders to help inform business decisions and shape the overall design direction of Bellevue College. This position works closely with campus stakeholders and uses design software and other technology to execute designs and coordinate production for traditional and digital projects and ensures that work aligns with Bellevue College standards.

The position works under the general supervision of the Creative Services Manager and carries out work assignments in accordance with the priorities and objectives the supervisor has established. 

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Position Salary Range: $52,848/year - $71,100/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).

About The College  

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

About the Department  

The Institutional Advancement (IA) Division of Bellevue College works across the full academic enterprise to solidify a multi-faceted culture of brand awareness, philanthropy, and internal and external engagement. IA supports the College's mission by increasing awareness of, advocacy for, engagement in, and giving to Bellevue College. As part of the IA division, the Marketing & Communications department is responsible for stewarding the BC brand and driving the college's marketing strategy to increase awareness, support enrollment, and drive community engagement.

Essential Functions  

Develop graphic design content within the Bellevue College brand architecture

• Apply on-brand, inclusive, impactful, audience-centric, and creative design ideation.
• Produce and package complex, computer-generated multi-page art using specialized graphic design software for page layout, illustration, and photo manipulation.
• Lead and deliver projects that support and evolve the goals and strategies of the College, Institutional Advancement, and the Marketing and Communication Department.
• Design digital display ads for various sizes for multiple distribution channels.
• Design printed collateral including brochures, fliers, and posters.
• Adopt an ongoing drive to be informed and put into practice accessible visual solutions.
• Support the College¿s mission to be inclusive in communications.
• Keep current with evolving communication best practices.
• Maintain and enhance data-tracking databases and generate reports.

Collaborate, educate, and manage internal clients and stakeholders to achieve effective creative design solutions that best represent the College

• Consult with managers and staff on all aspects of graphic design to determine the scope of graphic projects, consider audience and the development of departmental goals and objectives; programs and events involving aggressive marketing, high visibility, large distribution, and budget factors.
• Advise others regarding the practical applications of graphics design as a tool of visual communication.
• Develop, train, and explain to department staff the effective use of graphic design and production costs; offer ideas, suggestions and information on techniques, content, and format.
• Conceive, design, and produce organization-wide informational materials taking into account intended use, audience, budget and the project's and department's goals and objectives.
• Offer strategic design to leadership and campus stakeholders to help inform business decisions and shape the overall design direction of Bellevue College.

Provide video editing for advertising and marketing needs to fit a variety of channels

• Design and produce animated elements for multiple video projects.
• Create and edit video segments for distribution in multiple streaming channels.
• Develop graphic design content for motion graphics and animation in a variety of venues including online video, digital signage, and live broadcast productions.

Manage the work of contract photographers and videographers

• Define the role or project requirements in consultation with the Director of Marketing and Communications. Set clear and measurable expectations.
• Coordinate comprehensive contracts for processing through BC Contracts Department.
• Onboard contractors to BC brand and style guide.
• Establish communication protocols and communicate regularly with photographers and videographers.
• Monitor contractor performance. Resolve low level performance concerns, escalating to Director of Marketing and Communications when appropriate. 

Guide and continue ongoing maintenance of the Digital Asset Management System

• Curate photo and video assets.
• Assign keywords and tag photos.
• Upload assets to Digital Asset Management System.
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
   

Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in visual communications, graphic design or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience can be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis
• Three (3) or more years of visual design experience
• Proficiency in visual design software including Adobe Creative Suite (lnDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, AfterEffects, Audition) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with print design, pre-press production, and scheduling processes
• Experience with digital design for various online/screen applications, including web, mobile, and streaming applications
• Visual design proficiency with attention to best practices, typography standards, as well as accuracy, detail and thoroughness
• Experience working in a collaborative environment with diverse employees, and customer/client groups
• Effective customer service, project management, and prioritization skills
• Experience analyzing process or workflows for improvement 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Two (2) years of professional experience in digital media arts (multimedia) including photography, videography, video editing and animation
• One (1) year of experience within higher education
• Working knowledge of SmartSheet project software, Project Management Professional certification
• Experience in web design, including UX design and working knowledge of HTML
• Experience or knowledge of PC and Mac based computers in order to effectively integrate graphic cross-platform with campus

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 03/26/2025 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Please provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity
• Attach an online portfolio of your design work
• Complete the Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact: 
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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