Texas A&M Agrilife Research is hiring: Graphic Designer II in College Station
Texas A&M Agrilife Research, College Station, TX, United States, 77840
Job Title
Graphic Designer II
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Dean Of Business Administration
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Who we want
Join Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School as a Graphic Designer II and be a key player in our dynamic marketing and communications team!
In this role, you'll support a variety of exciting design projects, from creating eye-catching informational brochures and magazine editorial layouts to developing unique event and initiative brand suites. Help us build a better future through business by bringing your creative vision to life and making a positive impact on our vibrant community of students, faculty, and staff.
What you need to know
Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in graphics design, fine arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of experience in graphic design, marketing, or related design field
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of six years of experience in statistical analysis, manuscript development
Four years of experience in graphic design, marketing, or related design field
Experience producing designs under an established brand guide
Experience creating sub-brands under a large institutional brand
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Adobe Creative Suite platform expertise, particularly in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and After Effects
Responsibilities
Graphic Design and Production:
Researches and implements design and development best practices
Designs brochures, signs, and other branded materials
Produces sub-brand suites for various Mays-wide events and initiatives
Assists with magazine publication layouts and creative direction for photoshoots
Designs custom illustrations and invitations for editorial magazines and top events
Customer Collaboration and Support:
Communicates pre-press print production specifications for specialty print jobs
Works closely with printers to ensure timeliness, quality, and customer satisfaction
Ensures all materials adhere to brand guidelines and presents design concepts to clients
Collaborates with units within Mays to create final design products through feedback and edits
Project Management:
Manages projects and coordinates production schedules
Works closely with vendors in support of the printing and purchasing of other collateral needs
Manages documentation for each project, including approvals, comments, drafts, and artwork
Ensures timeliness, quantity, quality, and customer satisfaction with final products
Professional Development and Industry Trends:
Follows industry trends through professional networks, blogs, and competitive research
Implements innovative design techniques and shares best practices
Participates in professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and webinars
Conducts competitive analysis and collaborates with cross-industry experts to integrate relevant strategies
Who we are
Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing, and supply chain management. Mays Business School’s vision is building a better future through business. To fulfill this vision, our mission is developing leaders of character who make a positive difference in the communities where they live, work, and serve.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, core values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
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.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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