Development Multi-Media Specialist

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health. a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

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Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs (DHDAA) supports a flexible work environment by offering on-site (in office 5 days a week), hybrid (in office a minimum of 2 days a week or defined by manager), remote (work off-site 5 days a week), and flexible start and end time work arrangements. All team members must reside within a 50-mile radius of our downtown Durham office. 

If working a hybrid or remote schedule, individuals must have access to and maintain a secure home office environment with high-speed internet service and work collaboratively with others using a variety of technologies and tools. With approval from their manager, staff members may work a flexible schedule in terms of start/end times, while working within DHDAA’s core work hours between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (eastern standard). At the discretion of Managers and/or Senior Leadership, staff working a hybrid, remote or flex schedule may be required to be in the office on days and/or times outside of the agreed upon schedule.

This position is full-time located in Durham, NC.  This is not a remote position.

Do you want to make an impact through creativity?

Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs is looking to hire a Development Multi-Media Specialist. Your creativity will help unify our brand, deepen connections, and drive philanthropic support.

Be You.

The Development Multi-Media Specialist will enhance the quality, consistency, and impact of our annual giving and grateful patient programs outreach. This role will be responsible for developing a cohesive visual identity across annual donor solicitations, digital assets, video and photography, and physical materials, ensuring alignment with the School of Medicine (SOM) Strategic Communications team and Duke University Health System (DUHS) Marketing team and branding guidelines. The job responsibilities for this position will create stronger donor engagement, increased philanthropic support, and a more unified brand presence for Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA).

The Development Multi-Media Specialist will report to the Assistant Vice President, Annual Giving & Grateful Patient Programs. This position will perform a variety of duties involved in the design and layout of printed and digital graphic materials and perform routine and complex duties in the preparation of printing specifications.

Work Arrangement – Hybrid (This is not a remote position.)

Anticipated Pay Range - Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $47,125.00 to USD $82,896.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

DEPARTMENT PREFERENCES/SKILLS

Experience in Adobe Suite is a must.

Knowledge of print and digital design principles.

Prior experience in healthcare or philanthropy a plus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training - BA/BS in graphic arts, fine arts or related field required.

Experience - Two years of directly related Graphic Communications and Design Experience.

Be Bold.

Work Performed

Design (50%)

• Prepare design layouts, specifications and mechanicals for mail, email, digital, brochures and other printed and graphic materials.
• Create visually inspiring design layouts for principal gift proposals of $5 million or more to be presented digitally or physically to high-level donor prospects.
• Coordinate with the SOM Strategic Communications team and DUHS Marketing team on branding standards for development pieces.
• Serve as primary photography and videography liaison to the SOM Strategic Communications team and DUHS Marketing team ensuring development needs are met. Coordinate photography and videography shoots as needed to enhance visual assets.
• Create fresh designs that incorporate branding across organization verticals while maintaining brand integrity.

Project Management (45%)

• Meet with teams as needed to develop design concepts, gather information, discuss alternatives, gain approval and review assets.
• Paste up camera-ready layout boards including color overlays; select and specify size and position of photographs and illustrations; check printer’s proofs.
• Analyze and select proper paper, ink, type, illustrations and printing techniques to be used in total production.
• Coordinate with Annual Giving & Grateful Patient Programs team members to monitor scheduling and overall job production; coordinate interrelated activities with others to promote efficient workflow.
• Maintain liaison with other Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs team members, as well as vendors (e.g., photographers, printers and writers), to communicate job specifications and ensure deadlines are met.

Other (5%)

• Keep abreast of recent developments and technologies in the graphic design field.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Choose Duke.

Join us and use your creativity to inspire philanthropic giving, strengthen engagement, and help shape the future of healthcare.

Apply today and bring our mission to life!