Design Manager

Creative Strategy: Translate creative briefs and business objectives into high-impact design concepts that resonate with audiences and help drive the brand forward. Project Ownership: Manage the design project lifecycle from research and ideation through production and approvals to final delivery. Brand Stewardship: Protect and champion the Universitys brand identity, ensuring that all materials follow established standards. Mentorship: Guide and provide constructive feedback to design interns and communicators across the portfolio to help elevate the overall quality and skill of the team. Collaboration: Work with peers across Communications, Marketing and Engagement and functional units and departments to develop effective materials to support marketing and communication goals. Stakeholder Presentations: Confidently present concepts and design rationale to leadership, internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Execution and Production: Produce high-quality digital and print deliverables suitable for multiple channels and ensure all files are accurate and ready for production.