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University of Arizona

Senior Graphic Designer

University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718

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Senior Graphic Designer

Posting Number req22061

Department Marketing & Brand Management

Department Website Link https://marcom.arizona.edu/

Location Main Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights We're looking for a talented and enthusiastic Senior Graphic Designer to join our dynamic Marketing team and play a key role in shaping the visual identity of the entire University. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating multimedia designs, all while ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with our brand and marketing goals. As a creative thinker and hands-on designer, you'll collaborate closely with an innovative in-house design team to craft marketing assets that support the University's vision and strategic objectives. From concept to execution, you'll bring fresh ideas, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for design to every project. You'll have the opportunity to assist in creating compelling and on-brand design work across print, digital, social, and more, while managing multiple projects simultaneously to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with marketing goals. If you're an adaptable and driven designer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you! This is a hybrid position.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Creative Execution Create, design, illustrate, and produce graphics for a range of media that amplify the University of Arizona brand. Redesign work to ensure it meets project requirements and adheres to the university's brand guidelines; Integrate feedback from stakeholders and revise designs as needed to ensure alignment with project objectives. Apply design fundamentals to conceive overall concept, design look and feel of each project across all related materials in print and digital media. Adhere to graphic production timetables, and coordinate with outside vendors as needed. Coordinate Digital Asset Library and organizing our video library. Brand Design Support

Communicate with internal brand and marketing team members to gather information to create a variety of graphic assets according to specification. Create and execute a range of campaigns and other project deliverables. Draft detailed creative briefs outlining project objectives, target audience, key messages, and design requirements based on internal discussions and stakeholder input. Maintain branded templates for internal and external communications to ensure consistent brand presentation. Trademarks and Licensing Design Support

Submit project briefs, creative briefs, and direction from management to develop ideas and creative concepts. Coordinate the workflow of creative projects, ensuring that tasks are assigned, deadlines are met, and project goals are achieved. Coordinate the application of trademarks and licensed logos in various design projects, ensuring proper usage in accordance with licensing agreements. Online Design Support

Follow project briefs, creative briefs, and direction from management to develop ideas and creative concepts. Assist with project deliverables for online and University of Arizona Global Campus Teams, Trademarks and Licensing and Sponsorship Teams. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and skill in design, adhering to brand standards, and an eye for detail.

Excellent communication, customer service, and file management skills.

Exemplary attention to detail and willingness to ask questions.

Ability to execute creative design solutions while keeping with project timelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Minimum of 3 years of graphic design experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience developing and executing marketing concepts for a range of mediums. Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects and multiple deadlines. Minimum of 4-5 years of relevant work experience as either an in-house designer or at a marketing agency. Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign are a must) and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience working in an environment where adhering to brand standards and guidelines are essential.

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Communication and Marketing

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $53,039 - $66,299

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 7

Compensation Guidance The

Rate of Pay Field

represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The

Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields

listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum $53039

Grade Range Midpoint $66299

Grade Range Maximum $79558

Career Stream and Level PC2

Job Family Multimedia

Job Function Communications & Marketing

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Laura Jones lajo@arizona.edu

Open Date 2/27/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Special Instructions to Applicant Please provide work samples or link to current portfolio in the additional document slot.

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