Visual Communications Designer

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Design & Visual Identity

• Create compelling designs for web, social media, print collateral, reports, digital screens, event branding, and promotional materials.
• Ensure alignment with Northwestern University’s brand guidelines and maintain visual consistency across departments and platforms.
• Conceptualise, design, and customise Northwestern’s brand for its Qatar campus by developing clear protocols, guidelines and systems for long-term use.
• Contribute to the development of new templates, iconography, infographics, and layouts that support storytelling and data visualization.
• Translate strategic concepts and messages into clear, effective visual outputs.

Production & Project Coordination

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, from concept to final delivery, ensuring timeliness and quality control.
• Liaise with printers, vendors, and freelancers to produce high-quality materials.
• Maintain an organized library of templates, brand assets, and final artworks for internal use and reference.

Synergy & Creative Support

• Work collaboratively with writers, editors, web and social media leads, and other CPA staff to produce integrated campaigns.
• Provide design support for university-wide initiatives, senior leadership communications, and external engagement efforts.
• Support live events and activations with on-site design needs such as signage, presentations, and branded assets.

Team Collaboration

• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Participate in regular team meetings and workshops.
• Support documentation and shared resources to enhance knowledge retention.
• *Other duties, as assigned by the Assistant Dean and senior leadership*

Minimum Qualifications (education, Experience, Certifications, Skills)

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in graphic design, preferably in a communications, media, or academic setting.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere/After Effects), PowerPoint, and Canva.
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy.
• Ability to take feedback constructively and translate it into improved design iterations.
• Excellent time-management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, Certifications, Skills)

• Astute knowledge of design principles, standards, and best practices.
• Firm grasp of institutional branding, design workflows and experience with developing policies, systems and protocols.
• Photography, illustration, or visual storytelling experience.
• Familiarity with web and digital design, including responsive layouts and accessibility standards.
• Experience with motion graphics, video editing, or animation is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of Arabic language and regional design sensibilities.
• *The target budgeted salary for this position is $70,020 to $90,260 annually.
• Offers will be based on candidate experience and education, as well as equity within Northwestern University.*
• *Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status.
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