Brand & Design Specialist

Job Details

Department: NC Collaboratory-221010

Career Area: Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Posting Open Date: 06/12/2026

Application Deadline: 07/02/2026

Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title: Brand & Design Specialist

Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number: 20041096

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent

FTE: 1

Hours per week: 40

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Proposed Start Date: 08/24/2026

Position Summary

The Brand & Design Specialist leads the NC Collaboratory’s visual identity, ensuring complex research is translated into engaging, accessible, and high-impact materials across print, digital, video, and web platforms. Through graphic design, video production, editorial judgment, and strategic communication, the position strengthens stakeholder engagement and communicates research impact to policymakers, academic partners, and the public.

Branding & Graphic Design

Develop the Collaboratory’s visual branding by creating high impact digital and print materials that support research priorities, elevate leadership visibility, and ensure consistency across all public facing assets.

Video Production

Lead the Collaboratory’s video storytelling by producing dynamic content that communicates research, leadership, and organizational impact.

Website Development & Content Management

Manage and optimize the Collaboratory’s website to keep content current, accurate, and aligned with strategic goals.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Professional experience in visual communications, graphic design, video production, or related creative fields.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and video editing tools.
• Familiarity with web content management systems, such as WordPress.