Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). One [1] year of progressively responsible, full-time desktop experience (desktop publishing, graphic design, website and/or social media). In lieu of degree, five [5] years of progressively responsible full-time experience (desktop publishing, graphic design, website and/or social media), or a combination of higher education and experience totaling five [5] full-time years may be considered. Experience coordinating advanced desktop publishing projects. Experience working with freelancers. Highly proficient with layout/desktop publishing software, Adobe Creative Cloud programs such as InDesign. Experience with other software for images and graphic design (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop,etc). Experience with video editing (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, iMovie) and social media promotion (e.g., Adobe Express, Canva). Experience in developing website and/or social media content. Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in graphic design, graphic arts, or graphic communications. Three full time years of progressively responsible, full-time desktop experience (desktop publishing, graphic design, website and/or social media). Brief Description of Duties:
Under supervision from the Communications Manager, and in collaboration with other Extension and Research staff, the Digital Media specialist is responsible for social media posts (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube; New accounts may also be created on platforms such as Threads, SnapChat, and TikTok, as directed by NYSG), website maintenance (www.nyseagrant.org), and the graphic design and layout for New York Sea Grant's New York Coastlines e-newsletter, as well as publications such as brochures, fact sheets, letterhead, business cards and other various promotional items. Therefore, someone that is highly original, imaginative, and comfortable working with varied artistic media will be highly successful in this position. We need someone that has a good eye for how graphics and text will look to create pages and posts that are visually appealing, legible, and easy to read. Given the fact that this role must meet multiple, competing priorities and publishing deadlines at any given time, the selected candidate must have extensive experience working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with a high degree of accuracy and organization. The successful incumbent will also have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time-management skills with an exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving. Participate, as appropriate, in internal and external professional activities, which may require some travel to in- and out-of-state meetings and events. Activities could include: staying abreast of emerging developments within the field, researching and testing current software and software features to improve accuracy and efficiency of production, evaluating new hardware and software to determine suitability for present and future needs, identifying and taking corrective action to resolve routine hardware/software problems.
Duties:

• Desktop Publishing:
  • Working iteratively with extension staff and the Communications manager, utilize desktop publishing tools, equipment, and software packages to design and produce a variety of high-quality communication materials (e.g., brochures, one-pagers, booklets, program synthesis documents) that incorporate text and graphic images.
  • Design page layouts, charts, graphs, and computer graphics, overseeing choice of paper stock, binding, folding, and use of color.
  • Import text and graphics into electronic page layouts; prepare file format, resolution, and file export for online as well as professional printing.
  • Select, import, and edit graphic images, including photos, to be used to enhance the impact of the materials.
  • Convert drawings and other materials into digital images; import text and graphics into desktop publishing software programs.
  • Format and combine text, numerical data, photographs, illustrations, charts, and other visual elements.
  • Edit graphics and photos using pixel or bitmap editing, airbrushing, masking, or image retouching.
  • Create special effects such as vignettes, mosaics, and image combining, and add elements such as sound and animation to electronic publications.
  • Ensure all details such as margins, font sizes, and the overall appearance and accuracy of their work.
  • Complete all document creation and modifications accurately and within the expected timelines.
• Website / Social Media:
  • Assist in maintaining timely and relevant NYSG website content, including stories on individual Extension Specialist pages (via a Content Management System-based platform).
  • In consultation with relevant staff, develop content, distribute, and track NYSG social media postings (on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and/ or YouTube).
  • Graphic design and layout (e.g. for website, infographics, other printed products) and end products (e.g., videos)
• Projects:
  • With guidance from the Communications Manager, coordinate advanced digital and publication projects for NY Sea Grant.
  • Keep accurate records of publications, social media, and website content and archive materials relating to completed projects.
  • Canvass and then collaborate with NYSG Extension staff, researchers, freelance graphic designers, illustrators, and printers as necessary to produce master copies according to design specifications.
  • In regards to layout and design, prepare proper file dimensions, crop marks, and file format based on project.
  • Check proofs, or preliminary layouts, for errors and make corrections.
  • In regards to e-publications, revise contacts lists for newsletter; modify design template for newsletter as needed.
• Databases:
  • Populate and update online publications database.
  • Oversee the timely production and delivery of publications - including extension fact sheets/brochures, journal reprints, newsletters, scholar theses - to the National Sea Grant Library as mandated; update procedures in keeping with guidelines from the NSGL.
  • Create and maintain a statewide digital platform image database; create enhanced metadata for each image to optimize the user's ability to search and discover needed files (i.e. topic, captions and photo credits.)
• Record and administer department invoicing in relation to publications content.
• Pay invoices to vendors, file staff requests for reimbursements and order office supplies and software (via SUNY Stony Brook Wolfmart and procurement systems.)
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Travel in and out of state for meetings and events will be required.Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA.In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work.The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.