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William Willis (’50 BA L&S, ’52 LLB LAW), married to Doris (’50 BS L&S)

Creative Specialist

Posted: 06/27/08

The University of Wisconsin Foundation, the private fundraising entity for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is seeking a talented graphics professional to join our communications team comprising three writers, a managing editor, a web and multimedia manager, and a publication production manager, all reporting to the Managing Senior Director of External Relations. The Creative Specialist will assist with a wide variety of integrated marketing and communications projects, ranging from designing print projects to web sites.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Design and produce invitations, brochures, newsletters, web sites, HTML e-mails.
  • Assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the UW Foundation web site.
  • Work effectively with editors, writers, technical developers and other members of the UW Foundation.
  • Collaborate with the production-and-design team (writer, proofreader, designer, photographer, printer) on each project, sometimes serving as designer.
  • Obtain photos and arrange photo shoots working closely with the creative team.
  • Prepare photo and data files to ensure specifications are met and that cost and quality meet the needs and expectations of the constituencies/units.
  • Work closely with outside vendors in various capacities.
  • Assist in creating, compiling and collecting images as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

  • A Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine arts or related area required.
  • Minimum of five years of communication-related experience including knowledge of web and multimedia design and communications principles are required.
  • A minimum of three to five years of experience designing for mixed media including web and print is desired.
  • Superior computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver and Fireworks) as well as experience with standards-compliant HTML/XHTML and CSS, web design tools, content management systems and related Internet technologies.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills, excellent communication skills, including oral and written are essential.
  • Understanding of print and web production technologies.
  • Ability to produce for various medial channels such as web, print and multimedia.
  • A thorough understanding of web and print design as well as industry best practices.
  • Commitment to the values of the UW Foundation:
    • The joy of giving and the power of philanthropy
    • The transforming impact of the University of Wisconsin-Madison
    • The treatment of all with respect, courtesy and dignity
    • The inviolability of ethical behavior, honesty and integrity
    • The sanctity of relationships
This is a full-time position. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit program. To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to:
Mia Kahl
Human Resources
University of Wisconsin Foundation
P.O. Box 8860
Madison, WI 53708-8860

E-mail: mia.kahl@uwfoundation.wisc.edu
Phone: 608-262-6219
Fax: 608-265-5647