Dartmouth College is hiring: Graphic Designer in Hanover

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Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy.

Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions.

For details, please see our policy.

Position Information

Posting date: 09/25/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 1129445

Position Title: Graphic Designer

Hiring Range Minimum: $66,000

Hiring Range Maximum: $80,000

Union Type: Not a Union Position

SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Location: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility: Hybrid

Is this a term position?

No

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

The Graphic Designer leverages expertise in design composition fundamentals and user-centered design, emerging technologies, and strategic thinking to deliver impactful visual content in support of Tuck’s mission, strategy, and institutional priorities.

The designer, part of Tuck’s centralized team for marketing and communications, ensures the consistency of the school’s visual identity, branding and messaging while providing innovative design solutions for integrated, multi-platform use across web, digital, and print media.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in visual design, digital arts, or a related field, or equivalent experience.


• At least 5 years of professional design experience for multi-platform projects and experience with visual identity and branding.


• Expertise in design fundamentals, including typography, color theory, and layout, as well as knowledge of UX/UI principles and standards.


• Proficient in a variety of design tools and platforms, including Apple OS, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, HTML, and web content management systems (CMS).


• Familiarity with motion graphics, video editing, and tools like After Effects or Premiere Pro.


• Knowledge of printing and publication processes, including prepress and production.


• Demonstrated professional experience through a digital and print portfolio available for review.


• Strong collaboration and project management skills.
  
  Must be able to collaborate effectively with colleagues across Tuck and Dartmouth to achieve shared goals and objectives.


• Commitment to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact Phone Number: 603.646.2904

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College.

A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.

Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth vehicle or off-road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy.

Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions.

For details, please see our policy.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes creative concepts that align with Tuck’s brand standards and strategic goals.


• Produces high-quality designs for web, print, and digital media.
  
  Design projects may include printed publications such as magazines or brochures, presentations, social media advertisements, graphics and logos, and will very often incorporate photography produced by campus photographers.


• Incorporates motion graphics, animation, and video editing to enhance multimedia storytelling.


• Designs for social media optimization with a keen understanding of platform-specific trends and requirements.


• Ensures all design work adheres to accessibility, usability, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities (Continued)

• Concept Development and Stakeholder Guidance: Listens to goals of colleagues; conceptualizes design needs; guides user-centered design principles; translates complex concepts into visualizations; provides design direction; utilizes analytics to refine strategies.


• Brand Consistency and Visual Identity: Maintains brand standards; provides feedback; manages digital and print assets; promotes inclusivity in design outputs.


• Collaboration and Professional Development: Collaborates across teams; stays current with design trends and technologies; manages vendor relationships and freelance contracts; promotes sustainable design practices.

Notes: Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter


• Resume

Optional Documents

• Additional Document #1


• Additional Document #2

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