Graphic Designer

STRS Ohio, STRS

STRS Ohio is seeking a Graphic Designer to join the Executive/Communications and Public Affairs team.

Established in 1920 and serving Ohio’s educators, STRS Ohio is one of the nation’s largest retirement systems, serving over 500,000 active, inactive, and retired public-school teachers, and university faculty members, managing approximately $96.9 billion as of June 30, 2024, in assets and paying more than $7 billion in benefits annually.

STRS Ohio provides a competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including on-site parking, educational assistance, subsidized medical insurance, fully paid dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and on-site fitness center. At STRS Ohio, you can experience rewarding work in a professional, business casual work environment. We welcome, celebrate, and promote respect for everyone. We are continually seeking bright and talented individuals to join our team.

Compensation:

$66,240 - $79,488

Work Schedule:

8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday (Onsite)

General Summary:

Under the direction of the manager, Creative Services, work with project teams to conceptualize, design and present organizational communication materials for various audiences including retired and active Ohio educators, contributing employers, investment and government entities and internal staff. Combine professional design skills, commercial awareness and technical knowledge to cultivate and strengthen visual communications for State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio).

Summary of Responsibilities:

Work with account representatives (editors), graphic and web designers, production staff and clients to obtain a clear understanding of communication needs. Interpret those needs, design and present comprehensive layouts using various mediums, while ensuring open and efficient workflow to meet the system’s goals.

Develop effective solutions for the system’s communication needs with a clear, consistent corporate image and identity positioning for target audiences. Guide assigned projects from conception to final review and output.

Develop high-quality visual assets for digital, print and social media that address organizational needs including presentations, brochures, newsletters, marketing materials, forms and other corporate communications. Determine project requirements to identify any design trend shifts, cost savings and production streamlining.

Assist in setting up and operating cameras, lighting and basic audio equipment. Capture video content under the guidance of senior graphic designers.

Create/edit short- and long-form video content, motion graphics, and simple animations.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the persons so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of associates under supervision.

Summary of Qualifications:

Associates degree in graphic design, communications or related field required.

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications or related field preferred.

Three to five years’ related experience preferred.

Strong foundation in the discipline of design — strategic visual storytelling, concept development and presentation, color theory, composition and typography required.

Proficient in industry standard software and utilities including, but not limited to: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Microsoft Office required.

Proven work experience with photography and video equipment and production preferred.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment while meeting deadlines with minimal direct supervision required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Statement

State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status, in making employment-related decisions about an individual.

ADA Statement

STRS Ohio is committed to ensuring access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations across all its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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