Job Description

The University of Nicosia is looking for a Senior Researcher who will be responsible for coordinating the Research Administration activities of the University and for contributing towards the efforts of the Research and Innovation Office with respect to the development and implementation of University’s Research Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Creates web-based materials, print, audiovisual presentation materials, social media, and other such multimedia needs as they may evolve over time
• Thinks creatively to produce high-quality visual solutions to the website and other online presence needs of the organization from draft to final product, using appropriate media and styles as set forth by the UNIC Marketing Team
• Operates within established constraints of cost, time, and project specifications
• Schedules workflow effectively on multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines, including initial and interim design review, revision suggestions and implementation, and product finalization
• Builds and maintains effective communication with all internal and external project stakeholders
• Creates and applies brand identity requirements/guidelines across all deliverables, and creates designs which adequately represent UNIC and partnering organizations
• Maintains an archive of images, photos, and previous work projects
• Updates the Marketing Project Management System
• Assists with other ad-hoc projects as assigned

Academic Qualifications

• A Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or any other related field

Professional Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in deadline-driven design and production environments

Job-specific skills

• Proficient to expert in creating websites in WordPress
• Proficient to expert in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator CC
• Experience in HTML and CSS
• Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in video and audio editing. Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and After Affects CC a plus
• Experience in GIF and 3D animation a plus
• Ability to conceptualize designs and preflight materials
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills  

Personal Qualifications

• Ability to acquire, assimilate, and apply new technology skills in a fast-paced environment
• Keen attention to detail and ability to accurately and thoroughly conduct visual proofreading of designed products
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities
• Flexibility to adapt to frequent and often unexpected demands
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude

Information and Application

For a formal application, please submit your CV accompanied by a cover letter through our online recruitment system http://vacancies.unic.ac.cy/.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.