Southwestern University has an immediate opening for a Coordinator in the Creative Services department. This is an entry-level, professional position, which reports to the Director of Creative Services within the University Relations department.  It is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide support for Director of Creative Services; coordinate the work order process for publication and communications projects with all internal and external University constituencies; develop and drive multiple project timelines from start to completion; coordinate bids with printers and other vendors; coordinate third-party resources, including photographers, designers and mailing services; assist with updates and (depending on skills) design and production of Creative Services projects; assist Creative Services staff with editing/proofing of printed materials as requested; manage related accounting and paperwork including contracts, purchase requisitions, accounts payable and departmental reporting; maintain up-to-date publication files and archives. 

Other responsibilities include: manage Creative Services calendar and coordinate meetings; manage and order supplies and materials; schedule and assist with supervision of student interns and/or student workers; assist with staffing for University events, including Homecoming, Family Weekend, Commencement, and other special events.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, design, journalism, communications or related fields and a minimum of one year’s experience in a related professional position. Other requirements for this position include: superior attention to detail; excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe InDesign; ability to work efficiently in a high-pace, demanding environment with multiple deadlines, clients and priorities; proven ability to perform well in stressful situations while maintaining a good sense of humor; strong organizational and project management skills; a strong work ethic; proven ability to produce reliable work product; an affable nature and excellent written and verbal communications skills; the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise good judgment.

Southwestern University offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, life, long term disability, retirement, 15-paid holidays, three-weeks vacation, sick leave, tuition assistance, access to athletic facilities, free parking and discounted meal rates.  Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences and fine arts education.  Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of Austin, Southwestern is affiliated with The United Methodist Church.  Southwestern University is deeply committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia.  For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu. 

Interested persons may submit a letter of interest, resume, the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references, and salary history and expectation to: Creative Services Coordinator, Job #357, Southwestern University, Office of Human Resources, P.O. Box 770, Georgetown, TX, 78627-0770, or FAX: 512-863-1880, or e-mail to hrjobs@southwestern.edu. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Please note that only those resumes that include all the information requested will be considered. Southwestern University is an equal opportunity employer.  EOE/M/F.

It would also be helpful, but not required, for the applicant to include in their application no more than three samples that reflect relevant work in design, advertising, marketing, journalism or communications. For each sample submitted, please indicate the scope of the applicant’s contributions. PLEASE DO NOT PROVIDE ORIGINALS AS APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL NOT BE RETURNED.