University of Kentucky is hiring: Graphic Artist in Lexington
University of Kentucky - Lexington, KY, United States, 40598
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Overview
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for extended periods of time; lifting/pushing/pulling up to 20lbs.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (37.5 hrs/week).
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, department of Forestry and Natural Resources seeks a candidate with strong communication skills for the Graphic Artist position. The UK Department of Forestry and Natural Resources develops solutions for the critical issues facing our woodlands today and in the future.
The Graphic Artist is a key member of the team, working with department faculty and staff by creating graphics and managing the distribution of high-quality resources following university brand standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Creating electronic and printed newsletters, general marketing materials, and alumni materials.
- Maintaining databases for the distribution of materials.
- Creating e-newsletters and reminders of events via Constant Contact.
- Creating and distributing survey results using Qualtrics.
- Providing clerical and support assistance to the department chair’s office, including IT support, organizing security patches, and software updates.
- Assisting Extension faculty, specialists, and associates with the design, layout, and production of publications.
- Creating online resources, including event promotion graphics for social media.
- Editing videos and uploading segments to YouTube and Libsyn (podcast).
- Assisting with Forestry and Natural Resource Extension programming.
- Event coordination, including managing registration and facilitating presentations.
- Answering the telephone and assisting with mailings.
For additional information on the department of Forestry and Natural Resources, please click here.
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is a welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative suite, Dell computer products, written/verbal communication, attention to detail, and artistic creativity.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply
03/09/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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