Internal Only* Senior Associate Director of Graphic Design

Senior Associate Director of Graphic Design
Position will manage all university print publications and serve as the lead graphic designer for the Office of Communications and Public Relations. This position will act as the front door for campus customers seeking graphic design and supervise the design team.

Responsibilities

Lead graphic design projects, develop concepts, and produce high-quality design for marketing and communications.

Supervise and mentor graphic designers.

Manage production processes, evaluate feasibility, prepare schedules and cost estimates.

Coordinate with vendors and ensure compliance with university standards.

Communicate with university partners and provide guidance.

Qualifications

Knowledge of contemporary design and its role in organizational communications.

Knowledge of graphic art concepts and techniques.

Knowledge of printing, photography, and related production and publications processes.

Knowledge of public relations and marketing principles and practices.

Knowledge of web design.

Proficiency in graphic development software (QuarkXpress, Illustrator, Photoshop, or related software).

Skilled in project development from evaluating project needs to editing completed projects.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to independently create and develop graphic design concepts for marketing and communication objectives.

Ability to economically produce graphic design concepts and production art for publications.

Ability to communicate with vendors.

Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.

Ability to evaluate production feasibility of designs and prepare schedules and cost estimates.

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Ability to inspire, educate, and otherwise supervise graphic designers.

Ability to gracefully and thoughtfully interact with many university partners who are design customers.

Ability to make independent decisions with little to moderate supervision.

Education & Experience

High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience in graphic design and typography.

Additional Consideration

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.

Management or supervisory experience.

Experience working at a university/college.

Experience with project development from inception to completion.

Experience in estimating printing projects and production costs.

Salary
Starting at $58,972 to $80,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Posting Information
Posting Number: PS1240P
Closing Date: 07/16/2026

EEO Statement
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Contact
1 Avenue of the Arts
Newport News, VA23606
Phone: (757) 594‑7000
Email: hr@cnu.edu

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