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POSITION DETAILS

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and over fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of its degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89%), 58% are women, and 27% are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Most graduates transfer to four-year colleges within CUNY to complete bachelor’s degrees, while those in career programs like Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility—moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond—according to studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020). For more information, visit www.laguardia.edu.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Marketing in the Division of Communications and External Affairs, the Communications Broadcast & Multimedia Production (CBMP) Specialist (GRAPHIC DESIGNER) primarily focuses on graphic design, creating digital assets for video, web, and social media. The role involves collaborating with staff photographers and videographers to support student recruitment, college event promotion, faculty and student achievements, athletics, and other initiatives. The CBMP Specialist will serve as the lead graphic designer, mentoring a full-time graphic designer, providing guidance to ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards. Responsibilities include editing content and reviewing images (graphics, animation, photography, video) to support the division's marketing and communication efforts.

The CBMP Specialist must be proficient in Adobe Suite Software and Animation software, with some knowledge of photography, videography, and web design to provide ongoing editorial, technical, and production support. Key duties include:

• Collaborating with division staff on website content and digital communications to support recruitment, retention, community engagement, and internal communications.
• Editing content and reviewing images to support marketing and external communications.
• Creating visual elements for websites, social media, printed materials, and digital campaigns using Adobe Suite and Animation software.
• Supporting content development for the college’s digital signage system (Yodeck software).
• Managing marketing calendars, production schedules, deadlines, and coordinating with external vendors.
• Applying knowledge of photography, videography, and web design to provide editorial, technical, and production support.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Experience with design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Canva.
• Demonstrated graphic design experience using traditional and digital techniques.
• Experience in computer animation, incorporating multiple languages and visuals for educational purposes.
• Knowledge of web design and layout, including Internet/Intranet programming.
• Experience in professional video production, including camera work and editing, is a plus.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides expertise in digital and visual communications to support and enhance the college’s multimedia presence. Responsibilities include researching new platforms, producing effective message elements, creating consistent multimedia content, managing user experience on digital platforms, collaborating with technical teams, and managing resources.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary ranges from $70,238 to $79,188, commensurate with experience. CUNY offers comprehensive health plans, retirement benefits, tuition waivers, and paid time off, along with access to diverse campus programs and a vibrant community.

Note: CUNY is implementing salary schedule increases, with adjustments of 6.09%, plus additional increases of 3.25% in 2025 and 3.5% in 2026, as per the collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, create or log into your account, search for this vacancy by Job ID or Title, and apply. Please submit a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

June 14, 2025

JOB CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages applications from people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. Italian Americans are also included among protected groups. Discrimination based on any protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity, is prohibited. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 30261

Location: LaGuardia Community College