Graphic Designer

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long‑term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Fordham University’s Marketing and Communications department seeks a talented Graphic Designer to join our team. This full‑time, hybrid role supports the University’s mission by producing high‑quality print and digital materials that engage diverse audiences and strengthen Fordham’s brand.

Reporting to the Assistant Creative Director, the Graphic Designer will collaborate across departments, adapt creative concepts into a variety of formats, and help drive the University’s visual identity forward, especially for prospective students.

Essential Functions

Design & Creative

Solve complex design problems with strategic, best‑in‑class solutions.

Design print and digital materials following university brand standards while tailoring solutions to the goals of individual university partners (e.g., Career Services, Gabelli School of Business).

Adapt concepts from senior designers into deliverables, including event collateral, publications, web banners, social media graphics, digital displays, and promotional items.

Manage digital banner ads using Figma’s publishing tool.

Support organizing photo shoots, light retouching, and help maintain the photo asset system.

Support the creative / brand team in applying and evolving brand guidelines across all channels, ensuring consistency and accessibility.

Strategic

Apply current design trends, emerging technologies, and audience insights to guide creative direction.

Maintain brand cohesion across campaigns and platforms.

Present design concepts and campaigns to senior executives and refine based on feedback.

Production & Project Management

Manage multiple projects and schedules in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Track progress in the department’s project management system (Monday.com) and consistently meet deadlines.

Oversee digital asset management, ensuring metadata standards and proper uploads.

Oversee the production process from concept through pre‑press, troubleshooting, and proofing.

Collaborate with managers, designers, editors, and writers while working independently when needed.

Communicate clearly with stakeholders and recommend design and marketing solutions.

Contribute to brainstorming sessions, strategy discussions, and creative reviews.

Foster a positive, professional work culture by supporting colleagues across projects.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.

Additional Functions

Required Qualifications : Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design and a minimum of 3 years of professional design experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Required Qualifications : Knowledge and Skills

Strong portfolio demonstrating print and digital design work (link or PDF required).

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

Proficiency with Figma.

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Canva.

Strong typographic skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.

Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and collaborate across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Starting Salary

$65,000

Maximum Starting Salary

$80,000

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental questions you will be required to answer on the application (No action is needed on this page)

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EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Office environment : Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

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