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Georgia State University

Senior Design Coordinator

Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, US, 30303

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Senior Design Coordinator

Public Relations and Marketing Communications

Georgia State University

Georgia State is rooted in a culture of independence, entrepreneurship and individual interests that further its mission of teaching, research and public service. Public Relations and Marketing Communications puts the pieces together to create coherent messages that convey the huge impact, depth, breadth and diversity of our university. We seek to build public understanding of and support for the university by clearly communicating its distinctive qualities, its value and importance.

The Division of Public Relations and Marketing Communications (PRMC) at Georgia State University is hiring a Senior Design Coordinator at its downtown Atlanta location.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

  • Flexible work environment.

  • A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

  • Professional development opportunity and mentorship.

  • A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

The Senior Design Coordinator drives the creative execution of major university marketing and communications initiatives and contributes to the visual direction of the university. This role ensures consistent and elevated brand experience across print, digital, environmental, and presentation platforms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Creative Direction & Design

  • Art directs and designs major university publications, periodicals, advertising campaigns, promotional pieces, direct mail, signage, digital assets and marketing initiatives.

  • Designs sophisticated, brand-aligned work across print, digital, environmental and experiential touchpoints

  • Creates high-impact PowerPoint and digital presentations with advanced visual storytelling techniques and strong data visualization.

  • Provides photography direction for shoots and collaborates closely with multimedia partners to ensure cohesive execution across media.

  • Demonstrates exceptional accuracy in layout, typography and production preparation, ensuring error-free deliverables.

Project & Vendor Management

  • Works closely with photographers, illustrators, editors, writers and other designers to deliver cohesive creative solutions.

  • Communicates with production vendors; assists project coordinator with printing and fabrication quotes; oversees proofs and participates in press checks.

  • Proficiency in environmental graphic production, including large-format printing, signage materials and color consistency across mediums.

Brand Stewardship & Identity Management

  • Maintains and advances the university's visual identity standards across all communications.

  • Enforces brand consistency with tact and partnership, balancing creative needs with institutional expectations.

  • Advises campus partners and external vendors on brand usage, typographic systems and licensing/trademark considerations.

  • Contributes to the evolution and expansion of the university's brand system, including refreshed creative assets and templates.

  • Monitors brand accuracy across all touchpoints with consistent, detail-oriented evaluation.

Template & Platform Support

  • Develops branded templates for the university's online design system to support campus-wide marketing needs.

  • Trains users on brand-aligned template usage and best practices for layout, typography and visual hierarchy.

 Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.
Qualifications
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Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Requirements:

    • Advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) andexpert-level PowerPoint design and animation skills.

    • Advanced typography expertise: hierarchy, readability, typographic systems and variable type usage.

    • Demonstrated success collaborating across departments and managing client relationships with diplomacy and clarity.

        • Experience creating and managing brand identity systems.

        • Familiarity with experiential design and environmental installations (murals, signage, campus graphics).

          • Strong organizational and project management abilities with excellent communication and presentation skills.

          • Proven ability to produce highly accurate, detail-driven work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

          • Five or more years of professional design and art direction experience preferred.
College/Business Unit: Public Relations and Marketing Communication
Department: 435500000
Location: Atlanta Campus
Shift: First
Salary : Salary commensurate with experience.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Job Posting: 12/19/25, 5:01:00 AM
Closing Date
: 01/03/26, 4:59:00 AM
Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

  • A complete and accurate GSU application

  • Resume

  • A portfolio demonstrating high-quality professional work will be required of final candidates.

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Georgia State University Values: COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better placeINTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check: Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.
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Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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