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Position Information

Working Title

Working Title *Internal Only* Manager of Creative Services 00386

Role Title

Role Title Public Relations and Marketing Specialist III

Position Number

Position Number 00386

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Full Time

Type of Posting

Type of Posting Current CNU/Agency Employees Only

Is Sensitive Position?

Is Sensitive Position? No

Designated Personnel

Designated Personnel No

Responsible Employee

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

Statement of Economic Interest

Statement of Economic Interest No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? No

Departmental Objective

As the central clearinghouse of news and information, the Office of Communications and Public Relations works closely with faculty, staff, alumni, and students to share “the CNU story” with local, regional, and national audiences. Through strategic integrated marketing, OCPR creates a unified image for the University and provides information through the media, the web, and print materials to a variety of constituencies in a timely and effective manner. Creative services include marketing, public relations, media relations, electronic media, and graphic design.

Purpose of the Position

This position will support the graphic needs of the Office of Communications and Public Relations. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Graphic Design, the Manager of Creative Services will design and execute concepts in support of the university’s brand, and apply these strategies through all university marketing and communications initiatives. In addition, the Manager of Creative Services will create/design most Admission Freshman, Graduate, International, Transfer, Orientation print materials and promotional advertising. Responsibilities also include all materials related to Admission events, including Open House, Signature Programs Day, Admitted Freshman Day, and various off-campus initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of contemporary design and its role in the development of organizational communications
• Knowledge of graphic art concepts and techniques
• Knowledge of print production processes (i.e., paper stock, ink, binding, specialty print methods and unique ink applications, etc.)
• Knowledge of public relations and marketing principles and practices

Skills:

• Proficiency in design software including Adobe Creative Cloud and specifically InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator as demonstrated through a portfolio of work
• Skilled in project development processes, from evaluating project needs to managing project timelines to final production and asset delivery
• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills

Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to independently and collaboratively create and develop design concepts for publications and marketing objectives
• Ability to evaluate production the feasibility of designs, and to prepare print specification for cost estimates
• Ability to ensure that all visual assets adhere to CNU’s brand standards and guidelines
• Ability to communicate with vendors
• Ability to multi-task and manage workload to meet established deadlines

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:

• Significant professional experience in graphic design

Additional Consideration(s)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience

Experience:

• Professional design experience in a university setting
• Experience with offset and digital printing and processes
• Experience with project development from inception to completion

Salary Information

Salary starting at $56,746 to $70,932, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/ .

Role Code

Role Code 29093

Conditions of Employment

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Is this position telework eligible?

Is this position telework eligible? Yes

Telework Eligibility Disclaimer

This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee’s success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.)

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Marginal

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Non-Applicable

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Non-Applicable

Standing

Walking

Climbing

Climbing Marginal

Reaching

Repetitive Motion

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Emotional Demands

Fast Pace

Average Pace

Multiple Priorities

Intense Customer Interaction

Multiple Stimuli

Frequency Changes

Frequency Changes Marginal

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory

Reasoning

Hearing

Reading

Analyzing

Logic

Verbal Communication

List other mental/sensory requirements

Posting Number

Posting Number PS1257P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/04/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 09/22/2026

Open Until Filled No

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Christopher Newport University ( CNU ) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.