Communications Publications Design Coordinator (aHEO)

Communications Publications Design Coordinator (aHEO) **POSITION DETAILS** Working under the direction of the Communications Publications Editorial Manager, the Publications Design Coordinator will be responsible for designing and producing an extensive variety of print materials, web-based communications, and promotional items for the College. Projects include out-of-home billboards and kiosks, brochures, reports, invitations, flyers, programs, catalogs, banners, photo displays, business cards, stationery, posters, job postings, journal ads, and other materials. • Coordinate design and publication projects to support consistency with the College’s brand identity, design standards, and strategic communications goals. • Assists with maintaining and promoting College branding standards by proving guidance on brand guidelines to all departments; create and maintain standardized templates for official communications and materials; and monitor and supporting departments in the appropriate use of branding resources. • Coordinates communication, and implementation of departmental activities. • Coordinates photography and image development activities, including directing edits and ensuring assets meet project and branding requirements. • Reviews project needs and makes professional recommendations regarding paper stock, formats, and production methods. • Prepares print specifications in support of institutional procurement and competitive bidding processes. • Collaborates with the College’s Purchasing Office to facilitate and support printing bids and related procurement activities. • Serves as the primary departmental liaison with the College’s Print Shop, overseeing timelines, quality standards, and project deliverables. • Coordinates with the College’s Multimedia Center to oversee photography and video services, ensuring multimedia assets align with institutional communications initiatives. • Other duties as required _Revised 6.17.2026_ **QUALIFICATIONS** Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in art, design, or related field), with a wide-ranging portfolio of work. Strong knowledge of typography as well as applications including Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop (Mac platform). Knowledge of web-based design, including work with html templates. Proven ability to work on multiple tasks under tight deadlines and to work both independently and as part of a creative team in a collegial atmosphere. Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including proofreading, grammatical usage, and spelling. Knowledge of photography and videography a plus. _REVISED_ **CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW** Coordinates the design and production of publications, written materials, and multi-media communications. - Organizes publications and communications projects from inception through final stage in a variety of media - Prepares materials and creates graphic designs utilizing logos, templates and other graphic elements - Applies College-wide graphic and technical standards to insure quality and consistency of College identity - Assists in coordinating production in a variety of media and formats, both print and on-line - Performs related duties as assigned. Job Title Name: Communications Publications Design Coordinator **CUNY TITLE** Assistant to HEO **FLSA** Non-exempt **COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS** Salary commensurate with education and experience, 82,297. CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world. **HOW TO APPLY** Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United Sates on a full-time basis. **CLOSING DATE** Review of applications to begin immediately and continue until June 26th. Revised. **JOB SEARCH CATEGORY** CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 32297 Location: Lehman College Job Type: Full-Time