PRINCIPAL DESIGNER Marketing Communications Design Management

Boston University's Creative Services department is looking for a talented, smart, and savvy Principal Designer to be an integral part of our award-winning creative team of designers, marketing writers, and editors. You would be responsible for taking a leadership role in conceptualizing and designing the University's top communications and marketing initiatives. The Principal Designer is responsible for all aspects of conceptual graphic design, layout, design production, and general aesthetics for the content of several of the University's most important print and integrated communications, including branding campaigns, annual reports, magazines, brochures, videos, environmental graphics, advertising, etc. If you are a strategic communicator with experience concepting and designing high-quality, visually compelling print and digital materials, and have solid experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Animate we want to hear from you!

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment. We want you to grow, not burn out. Boston University offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, tuition remission, paid time off, and so much more! Marketing & Communications at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive.

Required Skills

A link to a portfolio is required for consideration.

• BFA or equivalent experience with 8+ years of professional experience as a graphic designer.
• Knowledge of marketing communications principles and print production processes.
• Solid experience in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work within established budgets and schedules.
• Able to handle multiple projects under deadline pressure with grace and good humor.
• Stays abreast of state-of-the-art design techniques and technologies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Application reviews will begin late-August.