Multimedia Design Coordinator at Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY

Job description

Position Highlights The Multimedia Design Coordinator supports University Advancement’s marketing and donor relations efforts by creating engaging visual content across print and digital platforms. Working closely with the Multimedia Designer and the Marketing & Donor Relations team, this role helps develop marketing materials that bring University Advancement’s stories, initiatives, and impact to life. This part-time position (approximately 20 hours per week) offers a flexible opportunity for an emerging designer to gain hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful projects that engage alumni, donors, parents, and friends of RIT. The role provides exposure to the full creative process, from concept development and design through production and quality review, while collaborating with colleagues and cross-functional partners across the university. As a Multimedia Design Coordinator, you will support the conceptualization, design, and production of visual assets across a variety of print and digital mediums, helping advance the marketing, communication, and educational initiatives of RIT University Advancement. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative professional looking to strengthen their design skills, build a diverse portfolio, and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative higher education environment. As a Multimedia Design Coordinator, you will support the conceptualization, design, and production of visual assets across various mediums—supporting various marketing and educational initiatives of RIT University Advancement. Job Responsibilities: Graphic Design and Layout: Create visually appealing designs for marketing materials. Apply principles of layout, typography, and color theory to deliver designs that engage and target audiences. Design Support: Assist in the development and execution of creative concepts for print and digital projects. Contribute ideas and solutions that align with divisional objectives and brand guidelines. Production and File Preparation: Prepare design files for production, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to technical specifications. Project Coordination and Communication: Assist in project coordination and communication, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and managing project timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of creative projects. Quality Assurance and Revision: Assist in the review and revision of design deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency. Incorporate feedback from clients and team members to refine designs and improve overall project outcomes. Creative Research, Inspiration, and Professional Development: Stay abreast of design trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in graphic design and digital media. Seek out learning opportunities and skill development activities to enhance your design skills and expand your knowledge of design principles, software tools, and industry trends. Other duties as assigned. Required skills: Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, Brand Guidelines, File Organization, File Preparation, Print Design, Digital Design University Advancement | Alumni & Constituent Engagement University Advancement fosters meaningful connections between RIT and its alumni, donors, parents, friends, and community partners. Within University Advancement, the Alumni & Constituent Engagement team develops programs, events, communications, and volunteer opportunities that strengthen lifelong relationships with the university and inspire engagement with the RIT community. Through collaboration, service, and relationship-building, the team supports RIT's mission and helps create lasting impact for students, alumni, and the university. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Supports multimedia project coordination, working closely with other designers and departments to ensure project requirements are met Drafts in