Senior Designer

Alliant University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas:  Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement.  The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations.  Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues.  Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.

 

Our Mission:
Alliant University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

 

Our Vision:
An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

 

Our IMPACT Values:

• Inclusion: We value and engage the rich diversity of the Alliant community.
• Mentoring: We provide guidance and create enabling environments for success.
• Passion: We bring enthusiasm, creativity, and authenticity to our work.
• Accountability: We act with integrity and responsibility in all we do.
• Communication: We are responsive, transparent, and respectful in our interactions.
• Teamwork: We collaborate to develop innovative solutions for our community.

 

 

We are seeking a curious visual storyteller who is motivated by the chance to shape how a brand resonates and creates meaning through thoughtful, compelling design.

The Senior Designer reports to the Vice President, Brand & Content and will be responsible for shaping and elevating the institution’s visual identity across all touchpoints. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on design execution and creative leadership. While visual design will be the core expertise, this individual will play a key role in content and creative strategy.

They will direct freelance designers, collaborate with external agencies, and lead internal design strategy to ensure the institution’s creative is compelling, cohesive, and forward-thinking. They should not only be a strong visual storyteller but also a brand advocate who understands how design influences perception, engagement, and experience in higher education.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

•             Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

•             Experience: 5+ years of professional design experience.

•             Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, brand development, and multi-channel execution.

•             Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and familiarity with Canva or similar tools.

•             Experience providing design leadership, i.e. to freelancers or agencies.  

•             Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles.

 

Preferred

•             Knowledge of web design principles and CMS platforms.

•             Research and experimentation with usage of AI tools in the creative process.

•             Motion graphics and/or video editing experience.

 

Duties & Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

Creative Leadership & Strategy

•             Lead and evolve the institution’s visual design strategy in alignment with brand and marketing objectives

•             Inspire the team, as well as internal/external partners, to better understand and appreciate the value of strong design

•             Translate institutional priorities into thoughtful, high-impact creative solutions

•             Ensure consistency and excellence across all visual communications; and that design enhances brand perception and audience experience from prospective students to alumni and faculty and staff

•             Champion and protect the institutional brand across channels and departments; Refine guidelines, templates, and systems

•             Contribute to long-term brand development and campaign planning

•             Proactively identify creative opportunities for growth and alignment

 

Design Execution

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