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Visual Communications Designer

Northwestern University
Doha, QAT
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
1 months ago
Adobe Creative SuitePhotoshopIllustratorInDesignPremiere ProAfter Effects
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Department Overview

  • The Visual Communications Designer at Northwestern University in Qatar (NU Q) is responsible for developing high quality visual content that communicates NU Q’s brand identity, supports institutional storytelling, and enhances the university’s internal and external communications.
  • Working closely with the Assistant Dean of Communications and Public Affairs and the wider CPA team, the designer will produce print and digital assets for events, campaigns, publications, social media, and presentations, ensuring visual consistency across all platforms.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Create compelling designs for web, social media, print collateral, reports, digital screens, event branding, and promotional materials.
  • Ensure alignment with Northwestern University’s brand guidelines and maintain visual consistency across departments and platforms.
  • Conceptualise, design, and customise Northwestern’s brand for its Qatar campus by developing clear protocols, guidelines and systems for long term use.
  • Contribute to the development of new templates, iconography, infographics, and layouts that support storytelling and data visualization.
  • Translate strategic concepts and messages into clear, effective visual outputs.
  • Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, from concept to final delivery, ensuring timeliness and quality control.
  • Liaise with printers, vendors, and freelancers to produce high quality materials.
  • Maintain an organized library of templates, brand assets, and final artworks for internal use and reference.
  • Work collaboratively with writers, editors, web and social media leads, and other CPA staff to produce integrated campaigns.
  • Provide design support for university wide initiatives, senior leadership communications, and external engagement efforts.
  • Support live events and activations with on site design needs such as signage, presentations, and branded assets.
  • Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
  • 3–5 years of professional experience in graphic design, preferably in a communications, media, or academic setting.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere/After Effects), PowerPoint, and Canva.
  • Strong understanding of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy.
  • Ability to take feedback constructively and translate it into improved design iterations.
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Astute knowledge of design principles, standards, and best practices.
  • Firm grasp of institutional branding, design workflows and experience with developing policies, systems and protocols.
  • Photography, illustration, or visual storytelling experience.
  • Familiarity with web and digital design, including responsive layouts and accessibility standards.
  • Experience with motion graphics, video editing, or animation is a strong plus.
  • Knowledge of Arabic language and regional design sensibilities.

Salary

  • The target budgeted salary for this position is $70,020 to $90,260 annually.

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