Lamar University - Beaumont is hiring: Graphic Designer in Beaumont

About This Role:
This role is primarily office-based with occasional requirements to attend events or capture media at various campus locations. The position involves working on multiple projects with tight deadlines, requiring a high level of organization and flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

• Conceptualizes, designs, and implements creative graphics and content for print and digital media.
• Works with a wide range of media using industry-standard design software.
• Collaborates with copywriters, photographers, videographers, other designers, web developers, and marketing liaisons.
• Proofreads and edits copy when necessary.
• Maintains multiple timelines for various projects simultaneously.
• Contributes to team efforts by working collaboratively and accepting duties as assigned, incorporating multiple revisions while maintaining attention to detail.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops and reviewing professional publications and tutorials.
• Provides photography for projects when needed.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and be a constructive team member.
• Creative, detail-oriented, research-driven, and analytical with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good proofreading skills.
• Ability to effectively plan and execute short and long-term projects that utilize resources efficiently, meet deadlines, and achieve objectives.
• Familiarity with print production processes and materials, social media platforms, and video and photography equipment.
• Familiarity with AP style and copywriting.
• Works well with students, faculty, and staff at all levels within various collaborative environments.

• This position requires sitting for extended periods while performing duties as described within the essential functions.

• This role is primarily office-based with occasional requirements to attend events or capture media at various campus locations. The position involves working on multiple projects with tight deadlines, requiring a high level of organization and flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses, and/or eligible dependents.
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or marketing communications related field.
• Understanding of color theory, design principles, typography, and general marketing strategy.
• Strong design portfolio demonstrating critical thinking, strong concept development, and the ability to carry a design across several mediums.
• Experience working within brand guidelines.
• Experience in project management from conception to delivery in a timely manner, on budget, and in collaboration with others.

EEO Statement:
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veteran's Preference Statement:
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement:
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary: $41,809-$54,352

Work Hours:

Application Information:

Posting Date: 01/24/2025

Close Date: 04/24/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions:

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or marketing communications related field?
  • Yes
  • No

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