Graphic Designer

Concordia University Wisconsin

Concordia University Wisconsin is a Lutheran higher education institution committed to the holistic development of students—mind, body, and spirit—for lives of service to Christ in the Church and the world. Learn more at cuw.edu.

https://www.cuw.edu

Position Details

Graphic Designer
Job
Full-time
Office/WFH
100% remote
6/11/2025
Southeast Wisconsin
Mequon, WI

The Graphic Designer at Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor (CUWAA) leads the creative expression of the university's brand across print and digital channels, ensuring a clear, consistent, and compelling visual identity that reflects the mission of Concordia. This position plays a key role in elevating Concordia's profile through strategic design work that supports recruitment, advancement, academic storytelling, and brand-building initiatives.

For full consideration, candidates must submit a portfolio of 3–5 samples that demonstrate their design capabilities (e.g., print materials, digital graphics, brand identity work, or integrated campaigns).

  • Develop and execute outstanding creative work that reflects Concordia's brand, mission, and Lutheran values across print, digital, and environmental platforms.
  • Serve as a designer for high-impact marketing materials, including publications, recruitment collateral, advertisements, trade show signage, and outdoor campaigns.
  • Collaborate with broader Marketing and Communications team to maintain and evolve brand standards across all media.
  • Participate in project planning, creative brief development, and strategic brainstorming sessions.
  • Support marketing campaigns and storytelling efforts through visual direction and coordination of design assets.
  • Assist in evaluating and implementing creative technologies, processes, and workflows to support team efficiency and innovation.
  • Mentor and oversee a team of student workers, providing creative direction and skill development support.
  • Partner with freelance designers, photographers, videographers, and printers to ensure high-quality final products.
  • Because the unit is collaborative and dynamic, on occasion, other duties may be assigned.

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

    • Strong understanding of brand identity and the ability to express Concordia's mission with visual clarity, creativity, and authenticity.
    • High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and familiarity with design for both print and digital formats.
    • Working knowledge of video and photography principles and how they integrate into marketing assets.
    • Excellent project management, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Collaborative spirit and a commitment to teamwork in a creative, fast-paced environment.
    • Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)

    Education & Experience:

    • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communications, or a related field required.
    • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in graphic design in a marketing or advertising context.
    • Demonstrated portfolio of design work across print and digital platforms is required.

    This is a full-time, exempt (salary) position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
    • Disability and Survivor Plan
    • Retirement Pension Plan
    • Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
    • Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
    • Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
    • Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

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