Graphic Designer

Job Title: Graphic Designer at LMU

The Graphic Designer at LMU will play a crucial role in visually representing the university’s brand and messaging across various platforms. From print materials to digital assets, the Graphic Designer will have the opportunity to showcase their talent and contribute to elevating the university’s image.

Note: THIS POSITION CAN BE LOCATED IN EITHER KNOXVILLE OR HARROGATE

Required Qualifications

• bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Campus

Campus Harrogate

Job Responsibilities

• Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and the community at large
• Foster effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students
• Participate on university committees
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases to the media
• Design print materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, banners, and promotional items for events, programs, and initiatives
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop creative concepts and strategies aligned with the university’s branding guidelines and objectives
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand project requirements, target audience, and messaging goals
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Stay updated with design trends, tools, and techniques to improve visual communication quality and effectiveness
• Assist with photography and videography projects as needed
• Ensure consistency and quality control across all design deliverables; maintain organized files and documentation
• Utilize Meltwater to monitor media hits and compile monthly reports for university stakeholders
• Photograph campus events
• Produce weekly internal newsletters for LMU constituents
• Communicate with the public through social networking channels
• Assist in creating and maintaining a marketing plan for LMU with the Executive Senior Director of Marketing and Public Relations
• Coordinate with divisions and departments for advertising and promotion strategies
• Coordinate public relations efforts for assigned areas
• Work closely with the Office of Admissions and Student Services to plan and participate in student recruitment activities and promote events like Preview Days, Railsplitter for a Day, FAFSA Workshops, etc.
• Manage MeritPages recognition for students and distribution of hometown releases for Dean’s list and graduation
• Attend monthly meetings with the administration
• Complete required institutional and program accreditation reports
• Plan and post messages on campus signage including building screens and marquee
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Information

Posting Number: S03393P

Job Open Date: 05/07/2025

Open Until Filled: No

About Lincoln Memorial University

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.

Equal Opportunity Statement

LMU is an Equal Opportunity institution. Discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected categories is prohibited. Background checks will be conducted on all employees.