Coordinator / Graphic Design

Central Michigan University is seeking a Graphic Design Coordinator to lead the development and production of visual communications for the College of Business Administration. This onsite role in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, offers a salary range of USD 45,000 to 53,000 annually and centers on delivering on brand visuals across digital and print channels while supporting the college's priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the lead graphic designer responsible for the development and production of visual communications across digital and print platforms.
• Designs and produces a wide range of visual communications, including logos, brochures, reports, print and digital signage, web graphics, multi-page publications, and other digital and print assets.
• Collaborates with internal partners and university stakeholders to understand project goals, align messaging, and translate content into effective visual communication.
• Develops and maintains design templates and systems that allow departments to create consistent, on-brand materials while improving efficiency.
• Contributes to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workflows to support a more process-driven and scalable approach to design and production.
• Manages projects from concept through completion, including ideation, design, revisions and final delivery, while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Serves as the print production lead, coordinating with vendors, managing estimates, preparing files and ensuring quality control through final production.
• Manages and updates the CBA website, ensuring content is accurate, accessible and aligned with brand standards.
• Oversees and mentors student design employees, providing guidance on technical skills and professional expectations.
• Advises internal partners on CMU brand standards and visual communication best practices.
• Supports multimedia storytelling efforts, including photo, video, and social media projects as needed.
• Troubleshoots design and production challenges independently while balancing quality, efficiency, and project deadlines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in graphic design, visual communication or a related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience that equates to four years.
• One year of design experience, including paid internships, student employment, or freelance work.
• Demonstrated experience designing for both digital and print, including file preparation for production.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating layout, typography, and visual communication across digital and print formats.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of visual communication and audience-focused design.
• Creative problem-solving skills with demonstrated attention to brand standards and communication goals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while balancing quality and efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach and consistent follow-through.
• Ability to be self-directed and resourceful, troubleshoot challenges, and move work forward independently.
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and polished final deliverables.

Technologies

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Content Management System (CMS)

Supervision Exercised

None.

CMU Leadership Standards

Central Michigan University values students and their success, fosters a family-like culture, and supports employees with meaningful opportunities to make a difference. The institution expects leaders and staff to model its Leadership Standards and to develop these qualities within their teams. Please review the Leadership Standards before applying.