Graphics Designer Job at University of Georgia in Athens

Graphics Designer

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Posting Details

Posting Number: S13187P
Working Title: Graphics Designer
Department: FACS-Community Food & Nutrition Education
Posting Type: External
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Work Schedule: 8 am-5 pm, Monday – Friday (Weekends and/or evenings possible)
Advertised Salary: $38,000 - $48,758
Posting Date: 02/04/2025
Open until filled: Yes
Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date: 03/03/2025
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Position Information

Classification Title: Technical Design Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Graphics Designer will work closely with the UGA SNAP -Ed team to support the production of graphic content for various UGA SNAP -Ed nutrition education intervention materials and resources. This position will play a key role in the production of graphics for nutrition education curricula, nutrition education extenders, nutrition education publications and marketing materials for statewide distribution, and nutrition education resources for various media channels, including website, social media, texting, photos, and videos.

Duties/Responsibilities

Graphics Designer:

• Update, develop, and produce nutrition education print and video materials.
• Shoot, edit, and caption as appropriate, both pictures and film for projects ranging from food photo shoots to conference trainings and educational videos.
• Create engaging graphics for social media posts, stories, and ads.
• Design a yearly calendar, brochures, flyers, and posters for nutrition education and promotional events.
• Design and update website graphics, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
• Develop visual content for blog posts, newsletters, and other online publications.
• Maintain and update brand guidelines to ensure consistency. Design logos, business cards, and other branding materials.
• Create promotional materials for events, training, and conferences. Design event signage, banners, and digital displays.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery. Coordinate with printers, vendors, and other external partners.
• Provide creative and/or technical insight for the direction of SNAP -Ed Social Marketing Campaigns and Outreach Projects.
• Coordinates with College’s Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure compliance with UGA and FACS brand standards across all platforms, including social media, digital signage, and publications.

Collaboration:

• Meet with the UGA SNAP -Ed Team and partners to discuss design needs and project requirements.
• Work closely with vendors on print, video, photography specifications to ensure quality control.

Other duties as assigned.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact:
Name: Edda Cotto-Rivera
Email: ecrivera@uga.edu
Phone: [Contact Number]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents: