Graphic Designer

Essential Duties:

• Design and produce creative assets for institutional marketing campaigns, academic programs, athletics, events, student services, advancement initiatives, and community outreach efforts

• Develop print and digital materials including advertisements, brochures, social media graphics, signage, presentations, email graphics, apparel concepts, environmental graphics, and promotional materials

• Support execution of college-wide branding initiatives while ensuring consistency with institutional graphic standards and messaging

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Public Relations team to execute projects tied to recruitment, enrollment, retention, and institutional awareness campaigns

• Assist in the creation of visual assets for social media, digital advertising, websites, video graphics, and campus communications

• Prepare production-ready files for print vendors and external partners

• Support photography, event branding, and visual storytelling efforts as needed

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Participate in project intake, proofing, revision, and approval workflows established by the Marketing and Public Relations division

• Maintain organized digital asset libraries and design files

• Stay informed on current design trends, higher education marketing trends, accessibility standards, and evolving creative technologies

• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of Pay: $43,628 annualized *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Completed applications received by 6/24/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Fine Arts, or related field

• Minimum of two years of professional graphic design experience

• Portfolio demonstrating strong visual design and production capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education, athletics, public relations, marketing, or agency environments

• Experience designing for both print and digital platforms

• Knowledge of social media design best practices and digital advertising formats

• Experience with photography, motion graphics, video graphics, or web design is a plus

• Familiarity with brand management and institutional communications workflows

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong visual design skills with an understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and brand consistency

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

• Ability to translate strategic messaging into visually engaging creative materials

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities

• Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of campus stakeholders and team members

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy

• Working knowledge of print production processes and digital media standards

• Ability to receive feedback and implement revisions professionally and efficiently

Working Relationships:

This position works collaboratively across the institution and maintains regular interaction with Marketing and Public Relations staff, academic departments, athletics, enrollment management, student services, advancement, and external vendors.