Valencia College

General Description:
Responsible for concept, creative development and graphic design for advertising and strategic communications, including traditional media, print publications, web/interactive, and video. Establishes conceptual and stylistic direction for the Valencia brand. Manages creative production from concept to delivery. Supervises a design team of full-time, part-time and freelance graphic designers, web designers and copywriters. Creative director works closely with account services team, public relations team, interactive/IT team, staff photographer and traffic/production coordinator.

Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
in a discipline deemed appropriate by the hiring authority or a combination of education and experience that is deemed appropriate by the hiring authority [Required.]

2. Graphic art and design direction experience in a professional in-house or agency environment. 3-5 years agency experience is preferred. Presentation portfolio should contain examples of successful integrated advertising and marketing campaigns which include traditional and interactive touch points; examples of publication development.

3. Proven ability to manage and lead a creative team.

4. Experience with concept, design, production and delivery of tactics for integrated marketing communication plans.

5. Understanding and experience in production processes as they relate to the execution of print, outdoor, new media, and digital/electronic communication products.

6. Ability to work inside in an office environment.

7. A demonstrated commitment to diversity.

8. Acceptable eyesight (with/without correction aid).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Skilled in a variety of graphic design software for traditional and interactive media, including, but not limited to, Adobe CS5, and an understanding of common web development languages HTML, CSS, JAVA, JQUERY, etc.

2. Ability to effectively supervise other creative personalities in a deadline-oriented environment.

3. Ability to communicate effectively.

4. Ability to troubleshoot, maintain and recommend hardware, software and other technology required to produce communication materials.

5. Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Valencia as a learning-centered college, and the ability to translate that mission into messages appropriate for students and the general public.

6. Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.

Application Deadline: November 10, 2011

Salary: Up to $75,000 per year (commensurate with experience)