Digital Communications Designer

Department of AVP of Admissions

Digital Communications Designer

Ball State University

Ball State University welcomes applications for a Digital Communications Designer within the division of Enrollment Planning and Management in the Office of Admissions.

At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Position Function: In collaboration with the Director of Communication Strategy & Insights this position supports the Office of Admissions by designing, troubleshooting, and creating new email templates, landing pages and other digital assets to meet recruiting initiatives and the university’s overall enrollment goals.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in communications, marketing, digital design, graphic design, computer science or related field. Demonstrated experience in writing HTML and CSS page layouts (manual coding, not WYSIWYG), as well as Adobe Creative Cloud; at least one year of relevant experience.

Minimum Other: Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral); ability to work with tight deadlines and changing priorities; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in communications, marketing, digital design, graphic design, or computer science. Expert understanding of HTML/CSS email templates and websites; strong knowledge of CRM, experience with the Admissions CRM (Slate) solution utilized at Ball State University a plus; knowledge of university admissions; understanding of Liquid markup and A/B testing. Experience with the Admissions CRM (Slate) solution utilized at Ball State University. Experience in a university admissions or technology area.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/35420

Include the following documents with your application: resume and cover letter addressed to: Hiring Manager. The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earner is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through February 9, 2023.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.

The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.

The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave. For further information regarding benefits please visit:

https://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/HumanResources/Jobs/Benefits-and-Community/professional-staff

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.