Graphic Designer II - Extension and Outreach
Graphic Designer II - Extension and Outreach
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Position Title:
Graphic Designer II - Extension and OutreachJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in graphic design visual communication or a related field.Demonstrated experience in professional graphic design including print and digital media.
Strong understanding of branding accessibility and design tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite including Adobe Express template development).
HTML and coding experience.
Photography experience.
Job Description:
Are you ready to shape the visual identity of a purpose-driven organization that makes a difference across Iowa Are you excited to design high-impact print and digital materials that educate inspire and connect
If so Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking a creative collaborative and strategicGraphic Designer IIto join our Advancement team! This role leads the design and visual identity for a wide range of high-impact projects that support our mission to serve Iowans through education and outreach.
As a key member of our creative team you will develop compelling print and digital content for strategic communications and marketing pieces organizational branding projects large-scale events marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives. Youll collaborate with colleagues across the university and state to ensure brand cohesion and deliver high-quality accessible design solutions.
What Youll Do:
Lead the visual design for the organizations strategic communications and branding major campaigns and events. Develop print and e-accessible digital materials such as templates brochures ads mailers displays and signage.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to brainstorm and plan creative solutions. Provide design consultation for web social media branding and photography projects.
Educate staff on branding accessibility and design best practices. Deliver in-person and virtual training sessions and coach design staff as needed.
Support team efficiency through process improvement file organization and ongoing professional development.
Mentor student interns coordinate with the College of Design and support their professional growth.
Capture and prepare visual content for marketing and web use. Assist with video shoots and provide art direction.
Contribute to organizational design strategy and participate in strategic planning discussions.
The successful candidate for this position will have excellent communication collaboration and project management skills.
Occasional travel will be involved at times in this role.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Why Join Us
At ISU Extension and Outreach youll be part of a mission-driven organization that values creativity innovation and service. Youll work on meaningful projects that make a difference across Iowa and beyond.
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex difficult and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS807Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.Original Posting Date:
August 27 2025Posting Close Date:
September 5 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17707Employment Type
Full-Time
