Sr. Branding & Creative Lead at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35982

Working Title:
Sr. Branding & Creative Lead

Position Grade:
13

Position Summary:
The UNM Health Sciences Center (HSC) MarCom is seekinga Sr. Branding & Creative Lead to providedynamic and professional brand management, illustration and graphic designsupport. Responsible for marketing planning and development, and coordinationof both internal and external marketing projects. Duties to include brandtraining of university employees, mentoring and guiding design support and bestpractices throughout the Health Sciences as well as partner with marketing,communications and social media professionals.

Within the University of NM Health Sciences Center, develops and maintains brandingand visual identity standards for the clinical, academic and researchcomponents. Designs, writes and/or edits Health Sciences-wide marketingmaterials and promotional collateral including, but not limited to brochures,flyers, digital media, signage and other documents. Assists Health Sciencesinstitutions and units in the development of marketing projects and planning toalign with institutional marketing goals and initiatives. Manages special HealthSciences marketing events.

UNM HSC MarCom aims todeliver compelling UNM Health Sciences (HSC) marketing and communications toshow how the institution advances medicine by improving patient health,training future caregivers, and conducting lifechanging research to benefitfamilies and communities in New Mexico and beyond.

Distinguishing Characteristics for this position are:

• A strong portfolio ofwork history demonstrating skills and experience in design, marketing campaignsand brand awareness
• Experience in determining targetmarkets to expand audience base, and determining how to reach target market
• The ability to research andprepare budget proposals for university-wide marketing purposes
• Ability and experience in analyzing effectiveness of marketing campaigns through data analytics and advisingmanagement
• Leading and guidingthe work of other staff performing marketing and design functions

The ideal candidate for this position willbe comfortable with: alternating individual and team settings of work,deadline-driven environments, and project management. A practiced, demonstratedhistory of software usage in Adobe and Microsoft product suites are essential.

See the Position Description for additional information.
Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
HSC Communications (773A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Regular - Full-Time
Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,236.27 - $5950.53

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
4/6/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
This position requires an extensive portfolio to be submitted at the time of application. Applications without a portfolio, even with a long history of work experience, will not be considered without a link to an online portfolio (preferred) or an included portfolio within the application. Along with the portfolio please upload a current resume/UNMJobs application, a cover letter addressing the distinguishing characteristics and at least three professional references.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor'sdegree in graphic design, marketing, art or related field
• Experiencewith academic and/or clinical marketing campaigns
• Highlyexperienced graphic designer and illustrator
• Knowledgeand experience of UNM HSC Marketing and Communications best practices andguidelines
• Ability to negotiate with vendors