Graphic Artist

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Position Summary

The Graphic Designer develops high-quality visual communications that advance the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claires brand recruitment engagement and strategic priorities. Reporting to the Marketing Project Manager this mostly on-campus position conceptualizes and executes creative solutions across print digital environmental (campus signage and branding) and motion platforms.

As a member of the university marketing team the Graphic Designer collaborates with writers photographers videographers web professionals and campus partners to translate strategic goals into compelling visual communications. This role serves as a steward of the UW-Eau Claire brand and ensures all materials align with university brand standards accessibility requirements and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes and executes creative solutions across print digital and motion media.

• Translates marketing and communication strategies into compelling visual communications that support recruitment retention and engagement goals.

• Applies creative expertise within established brand and style guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.

• Serves as a steward of the UW-Eau Claire brand maintaining brand integrity across all materials.

• Manages multiple projects simultaneously maintaining timelines and quality.

• Prepares production-ready files and ensures deliverables meet technical specifications for print web and digital platforms.

• Coordinates with in-house printing services and occasionally external vendors to obtain quotes manage production timelines and ensure cost-effective solutions.

• Maintains organized project files and documentation.

• Works collaboratively with writers photographers videographers and other marketing specialists to develop integrated campaigns.

• Evaluates requests and recommends effective communication solutions aligned with audience goals and brand strategy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in graphic design visual communications marketing or a related field.

• Minimum of three years of full-time professional experience in graphic design or a related creative role.

• Demonstrated experience applying and working within established brand guidelines.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop).

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Strong organizational interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of digital accessibility best practices and experience producing content that is usable by individuals with diverse physical and cognitive abilities.

• Experience preparing graphics for web environmental print and digital applications.

• Experience creating motion graphics and assets for video or digital advertising (e.g. After Effects).

• Familiarity with project management tools and collaborative workflows.

• Demonstrated experience designing materials that advance strategic communication goals.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• 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

• Applies creative expertise within established brand and style guidelines

• Answers questions and provides information and problem resolution options to clients and stakeholders

• Schedules logistics secures resources organizes and monitors art production projects adhering to established timelines and expectations

• Analyzes and identifies cost effective options to meet project requirements

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Marketing

Salary:

$50000-$55000

In addition to salary UW-Eau Claire offers a competitive benefits package including health insuranceand generous paid leave.

How to Apply:

Applications are submitted electronically.Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: You must create an account and login before you can apply. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:

• Cover letter
• Resume (Please submit a link to your portfolio or work samples with your resume)
• Names and contact information for three references.

To ensure consideration completed applications must be received by March 5 2026. However screening may continue until position is filled.

Contact Information:

Sarah Brandenburg

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INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

UW-Eau Claire an institution of approximately 9000 students and 1200 faculty and staff is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity sustainability leadership and innovation. To learn more about UWEC visit .

The City of Eau Claire situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails strong public schools a vibrant arts scene and local food culture and abundant recreational opportunities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. SeeWis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited the University Police want students faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. VisitCampus Security and Fire Report. Also visit ourCampus Security Authority(CSA) policy.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law 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.