Graphic and Multimedia Designer

Earlha m College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that's just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago. Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation but follows Quaker principles and practices, which include respect for persons, integrity, a commitment to peace and justice, simplicity, and consensus-based community decision-making. Earlham is committed to and proud of being a diverse and inclusive place most clearly visible in our student body: 20% of our student body are international, coming from 60+ nations in 2022, and 24% are domestic students of color. Faculty and staff also bring tremendous diversity to the College; many have lived and worked outside the United States, and they make a point of drawing on those experiences in their interactions with students. Additionally, Earlham makes it a priority to serve as a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQ+ communities and has a four-star rating on the Campus Pride Index. Our community is characterized by respect for every person and a commitment to social justice. Equity and inclusion are central to Earlham's institutional priorities and our leadership is committed to widening the path to an Earlham education. Position Overview The Graphic and Multimedia Designer translates concepts and themes into compelling and brand-appropriate visual design of print materials and digital media. Highly creative and original, the Graphic and Multimedia Designer is a key member of the Marketing and Communications team who brings energy and ideas to each new endeavor. With a track record of producing high-quality, innovative materials and a wealth of knowledge about emerging design practices and production processes, the Graphic and Multimedia Designer is able to propose solutions that delight clients and elevate the Earlham brand. This position reports to the Senior Creative Director/Project Manager , and is part of a highly collaborative, multifunctional marketing and communications team that includes writing and editing, design, photo, video, web development and marketing strategy. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Meeting clients or account managers to discuss the project objectives and requirements of the job Estimating the time required to complete the work Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts and developing compelling design Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to clients; Working with a range of media and keeping up to date with emerging technologies Develop creative concepts and visual designs for print and digital materials…