Job location: Commerce TAMUC

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-04-19
Req: R-035680
Job Title

Graphic Designer I

Agency

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Department

Enrollment Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process you have one opportunity to upload documents as a combined PDF. The page “My Experience” has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload the file.

This one combined PDF must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts – If required for the position (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer).
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.

SUMMARY:

The Graphic Designer I is responsible for producing a wide variety of printed and digital materials for Enrollment Management, which include brochures, banners, ads, other publications and assists with digital graphic design services. The Graphic Designer I uses the University’s brand standards, creativity, skill and talent to take projects from concept to delivery, participates in client meetings, develops concepts and designs, assists in directing photoshoots and illustrations, presents design layouts, makes presentations to clients, prepares files for print through desktop publishing, and arranges for the printing of publications with both on-campus and off-campus printers.

The Graphic Designer I position is a shared role with reporting lines to the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications and assigned solely to the VP for Enrollment Management. The Graphic Designer I works closely with both areas in matters concerning editorial style and format to ensure consistency and quality of materials to be published in print or online.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produces effective publications, from concept to delivery, by participating in project interviews, developing concepts and designs, assisting with photoshoots and illustrations, making presentations to clients, producing proofs, and preparing files through desktop publishing.
• Meets Enrollment Management communication objectives through a thorough knowledge of type and design to develop concepts, sketches, or proofs and advising the division on appropriate options to achieve communication objectives.
• Works with a team of writers/editors, videographers, photographers and colleague graphic designers in the overall design, execution and production of recruitment materials for Enrollment Management.
• Operates within budgets and deadlines established for various publications by helping establish a project brief, following an established production schedule, preparing specifications for print vendors, preparing cost estimates, overseeing the print vendor bidding process, reviewing printer proofs, ordering mailing labels as needed and following USPS regulations, verifying that the assigned project is completed and ready to deliver, preparing an itemized bill for the client, and archiving the work electronically and in hard copy.
• Creates printed and digital material within University brand standards by utilizing available desktop publishing software and becoming proficient in new software programs and versions.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, maintaining current knowledge of desktop publishing, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as required by the designated supervisor.
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Contributes to the overall success of the Office of Marketing and Communications and the Division of Enrollment Management by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: A Bachelor's degree with a major in Art or a related field is required. A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in graphic design is preferred.
• Experience: Either one-year of work experience in graphic design or a minimum of three semesters experience as a part-time student designer in a professional setting taking a publication from concept to delivery is required. Experience designing on a Macintosh computer using software packages such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and PhotoShop is required. Experience in a university setting is preferred.
• Skills: Must demonstrate talent as a designer, including the ability to combine function and visual appearance to achieve a successful communication. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as good organizational and planning skills, are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
• Ability to: Produce a portfolio of work demonstrating expertise in writing for an external college-going audience is required. The ability to manage a high volume of complex projects is required.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
• Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Other Requirements: The scope of the job requires some evening and weekend work and occasional travel. This position is located on the main campus in Commerce, TX.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a university setting is preferred.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Student workers and graduate assistants.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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