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Graphic Design Manager

The graphic design manager supervises and implements visual communication, aesthetic expression, and photography to meet the artistic needs of the university brand and is a key member of the creative team that oversees all marketing and communication activities for the university. 



Duties and Responsibilities
  • Direct or create the design of all print communications handled by Marketing and University Relations and manage those projects to final production
  • Serve as layout editor for the university magazine, Columns
  • Hire, train, and direct student employees in graphic design
  • Oversee the photography needs of the office including hiring, training, and directing student employees in photography
  • Maintain and monitor the use of the corporate university visual identity system and assist departments with the application of the system
  • Assist in facilitating internal and external campus communication for all of Southern’s audience
  • Contract with freelancers to assist with workflow when necessary
  • Assist in creating long-term messages and graphic design concepts and themes based on the key messages and the university mission
  • Oversee marketing and promotional video projects as well as approve university videos for other departments
  • Carry out other marketing and public relations initiatives as necessary
  • Perform special assignments as requested