Graphic Designer - Student Affairs Marketing and Communications
Graphic Designer - Student Affairs Marketing and Communications
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Working Title: Graphic Designer
Classification Title: Graphic Designer I
Posting Details
Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):Sunday June 1 2025 @ 11:55pm PT
Hiring Preference
Eligible oncampus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 257 and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Student Affairs Information Technology & Communications the Graphic Designer is responsible for preparing materials with a level of creativity and ingenuity to develop graphic designs based on the goals and concepts of projects. This position will work under the lead of the Creative Graphic Designer (Graphic Designer II) providing support to a variety of departments to help meet goals by creating and sharing a cohesive brand across the departments.
FLSA: NonExempt (Eligible for overtime. This position is eligible for full benefits.)
Anticipated Hiring Range:$4058.00 per month $4261.00 per month
CSU Classification Salary Range:$4058.00 per month $6883.00 per month
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Salary Grade/Range: 1
Recruitment Type:Regular (Probationary)
Time Base:FullTime
Pay Plan:12 months
Work Hours:Monday through Friday 8am 5pm. Hours may vary depending on department need.
Telecommuting Options: This position may be eligible to work up to 1 day per week remotely.
Department Information
Student Affairs Marketing and Communications supports the Division through strategic communication planning and the development of studentforward marketing campaigns.
WithPartnership First we work to enhance our campus partners efforts and tell stories that resonate with the everchanging student population as we continue to build the region with Sac State Alumni. More information: Qualifications
Entry to the first level within this classification requires foundation knowledge in the principles and techniques of artistic and graphic design as well as demonstrated design and artistic skills. This knowledge and skill is normally obtained through a college degree in graphic design fine arts or a related field or through technical experience and/or relevant coursework. In addition strong communication skills and the ability to use and maintain currency with applicable computer software packages and systems are essential to entering this classification.
RequiredQualifications
- Demonstrated ability to prepare layouts and prepress production of various publications and artwork for divisional projects such as slide presentations newsletters signs flyers brochures directors maps posters billboards logos exhibits/displays and illustrations.
- Knowledge of graphic design principles and communication theory including a basic understanding of marketing and promotional concepts which is demonstrated through the presentation of a portfolio of prior work.
- Proficiency in graphic design and layout software such as Adobe InDesign Illustrator Photoshop and Acrobat Pro.
- General knowledge of systems techniques and processes used in website design photography printmaking content management systems (CMS) and applicable media.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and/or Office 365 (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of copyright laws especially relating to creative properties.
- Thorough knowledge of English grammar punctuation and spelling.
- Knowledge of office systems and ability to use a broader range of technology systems and packages.
- Ability to handle multiple work unit priorities and projects.
- Ability to organize plan develop and design marketing and promotional materials (e.g. flyers brochures surveys).
- Ability to consult and communicate effectively with stakeholders and to interpret and translate their needs into effective visual formats.
- Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and community members.
Conditions of Employment:
- Ability to pass a background check
PreferredQualifications
- Experience working in an institution of higher education.
- Experience working within a brand book.
- Knowledge of style guides and how to apply policies and procedures regarding their use.
- Experience with marketing/communications campaigns.
- Ability to apply independently a wide variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist.
Documents Needed to Apply
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Professional Portfolio
Failure to upload a required documentation may result in disqualification.
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the FarmtoFork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region but also from across the state country and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching research scholarship and creative activity; justice diversity equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement and wellness and safety.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety RightToknow Act Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at The ASR contains the current security and safetyrelated policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing .
Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.
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Out of State Employment
Sacramento State University as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1 2022 theCSU OutofState Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSUrelated work outside the state of California.
Eligibility Verification
Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H1B Visa).
Note to Applicants:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.
Employment Type
Full-Time
