Graphic Designer
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Position Title:
Graphic DesignerJob Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Graphic DesignerJob Duties:
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a talented and collaborative part-time Graphic Designer to join our in-house marketing team. The Graphic Designer plays a crucial role in the creation and execution of visually compelling designs for both university-wide and unit marketing campaigns. This hybrid position involves developing high-quality print and digital materials that align with the universitys brand standards and strategic goals.
Under the direction of the Creative Manager the Graphic Designer consults with the Chief Marketing Officer faculty/staff and other key stakeholders to determine their need for visual materials as part of university department or program marketing plans. The Graphic Designer interprets and transforms information to meet project goals and researches designs and executes all phases of production for both print and electronic media.
In addition to design responsibilities this position provides art direction for university photo sessions. The Graphic Designer partners with the Creative Manager and campus photographers to plan and execute photoshoots that support university marketing objectives ensuring images are on-brand strategic and high-quality.
The materials created by the Graphic Designer support the university its activities and programs including but not limited to student recruitment/retention research and public service/outreach. The incumbent must be a creative thinker with strong technical skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
This is a 0.50 FTE position. Successful applicants must be available to work 4-5 days per week. This position is expected to work 20 hours per week.
Job Responsibilities:
Design and Development
Create and produce visually appealing designs for a variety of print and digital materials including brochures posters flyers social media graphics email templates website visuals and digital advertisements.
Collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize and execute designs that effectively communicate the universitys message and support its branding initiatives.
Develop and maintain templates and design systems to ensure consistency across all marketing materials.
Collaboration and Coordination
Work closely with university departments and programs to understand their specific needs and create tailored marketing materials.
Coordinate with printers vendors and other external partners to ensure the quality and timely delivery of printed materials.
Serve as art director for university photo sessions working with photographers and stakeholders to plan and produce photos that meet campaign goals and branding standards.
Brand Management
Ensure all designs adhere to the universitys brand guidelines and contribute to a cohesive visual identity.
Stay up-to-date with design trends and recommend adjustments to the universitys branding and design strategies as necessary.
Project Management
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Communicate project timelines and progress with stakeholders ensuring all projects are completed on time and within scope.
Assist with management of and customer support for campus resources such as our email marketing system (Emma) stock image library (Adobe Stock) and design template library (Adobe Express).
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Applies creative expertise within established brand and style guidelines
- Analyzes and identifies cost effective options to meet project requirements
- Answers questions and provides information and problem resolution options to clients and stakeholders
- Creates designs and produces artwork per project specifications through various mediums
- Works collaboratively with other creative professionals engages in and responds to creative feedback manages project workflow and timing maintains files and follows established work unit processes
- Schedules logistics secures resources organizes and monitors art production projects adhering to established timelines and expectations
Department:
Marketing & Communications
Compensation:
$28.85 - $31.74
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Graphic Design Visual Communication or a related field
Two years of professional design experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (especially InDesign Illustrator and Photoshop)
Demonstrated success in preparing print-ready files and working with vendors on production
Demonstrated success in designing accessible inclusive and responsive digital materials such as marketing emails and digital display ads
Demonstrated success in providing art direction for photo sessions
Demonstrated understanding of branding and visual identity systems
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
Strong collaboration and communication skills including experience working with clients or stakeholders to translate needs into effective visual design
Demonstrated success in using Emma (or a similar email marketing system)
Demonstrated success in using Adobe Express (or similar online design tools) to create templates for use by non-designers
Knowledge of HTML and CSS
How to Apply:
Completed application materials must include the following:
Resume
Cover Letter
A portfolio that includes designs for print digital and out of home (website or PDF)
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether they meets any of the qualifications they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Contact Information:
Zoe Carballido - HR Coordinator
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability please contact or . This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWMis a State agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records Law.UWMwill not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records certain circumstances the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBCand Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check.UWMtakes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
EEO Statement
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Employment Type
Part-Time
