Graphic Design Specialist

Graphic Designer

This position is responsible for creating a wide variety of visually-appealing designs that engage and inform target audiences. Responsibilities include taking projects from concept to final deliverables and creating high-quality marketing materials for print and digital media. Additional responsibilities/knowledge includes a thorough understanding of branding/marketing, expert-level knowledge of current design software solutions, and the ability to work closely with internal and external stakeholders to produce quality materials. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Essential Job Duties

• Create and design various materials for print and digital distribution, including editorials, illustrations, and other designs;
• Operate in accordance with design requirements, specifications, deadlines, workflow, and current software;
• Ensure projects are completed at high quality and on schedule;
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications;
• Perform retouching and manipulation of images;
• Ensure all projects adhere to established brand guidelines;
• Work with internal stakeholders and team members to produce high-quality promotional materials;
• Communicate with clients regarding layout and design;
• Obtain input from supervisors and other departmental employees to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the University appropriately;
• Work independently as well as cooperatively to manage and meet deadlines;
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, outside agencies, service providers, web designers, and others necessary;
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field is required;
• Three years of related experience is required;

• Extensive experience and knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop is required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must upload a cover and resume at the time of application as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. In addition, this position requires that applicants provide graphic design experience via a portfolio. You may upload a link to an online portfolio or a pdf portfolio under the attachment heading of Other Document 1. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.

UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed.