Department: Office of Communications

Contract type: Full-time

Job location: Yerevan, the capital of the Republic of Armenia

Application deadline: 12/03/2025

The American University of Armenia is hiring a Senior Graphic Designer.

Responsibilities

Conceptualization and Design:

1. Lead the conceptualization and design of visual assets, including but not limited tomarketing materials, branding elements, digital and print collateral, and presentations.
2. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the University to translatedepartmental goals and marketing/PR objectives into compelling design solutions.
3. Provide design concepts for different projects throughout the year, including AUA’s Annual Report, Commencement Booklet, Year-end appeals, Alumni Reunion, andinfographics.

Brand Management:

1. Maintain and enhance the visual consistency and integrity of the AUA brand across alltouchpoints. Work closely with the different colleges and support units to build strongbrand alignment across campus. 
2. Contribute to the evolution of the brand identity, ensuring it remains modern, relevant,and aligned with industry trends.

Project Leadership:

1. Take ownership of design projects, manage timelines, and ensure deliverables meethigh-quality standards.
2. Provide guidance and mentorship to the design team, fostering a collaborative andinnovative team environment.
3. Supervise projects assigned to graphic designers including digital, and print collateralas well as some cross-functional initiatives. Serve as a design leader, providingguidance and feedback to designers.

Market Trends and Innovation:

1. Stay informed about industry trends, emerging design technologies, and competitoractivities.
2. Integrate innovative design techniques and technologies to elevate the visual impact ofthe materials.

Collaboration:

1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across campus including all academic and non-academic units as well as the Development team located in California to understandproject requirements and deliver effective design solutions.
2. Work with stakeholders across campus to ensure consistency with brand guideline
3. Communicate and present design concepts and rationale effectively to stakeholders.
4. As a key member of the Media Lab team, work with students and faculty to support theiracademic journey, providing expertise to them as needed.
5. Perform other related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor(s).

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
2. Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite(Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
3. Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
4. Excellent project management and organizational skills.
5. Strong communication and presentation skills.
6. Fluency in English and written and spoken working knowledge of Armenian.
7. At least 4 years of work experience

Additional Information

Please submit your CV and brief Cover Letter, with contact information of three references in our platform.

 AUA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active non-discrimination program within the institution 

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