Temporary Graphic Designer

Job

Location:

Duluth

Job Family:
Marketing & Communications

Full/Part Time:
Part-Time

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Job Code: 8341GD

Employee Class:
Civil Service

In-person work environment. This position has the potential for a hybrid schedule.

This position is posted for 16-40 hours a week (2-5 days a week), as needed.

This is a temporary position, up to 4-months, with possibility to extend duration; contingent upon the continuing availability of work and funds for the position and satisfactory work performance.

This position is not benefit eligible.

Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

This position provides graphic design and creative support to the Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Marketing & Communications team. Working under the Director, this role assists with the development and production of visual content for recruitment and retention campaigns. This role contributes to a wide range of marketing and communication projects by creating digital and print materials that align with UMD's brand and strategic goals.

• Assist with design and development of print materials, digital, print advertisements, exhibition materials, promotional items, and all other collateral materials as needed;
• Manage print art file preparation, vendor submission, final print approval, and coordination of mailing lists for finished material delivery;
• Prepare rough drafts and present ideas for feedback and approval;
• Assist with copywriting for SEM collateral materials;
• Help manage and coordinate the acquisition of SEM photo and video assets; manage asset library;
• Ensure compliance with the University's branding guidelines
• Manage relationships with print representatives; help plan and execute print/digital advertising campaigns in partnership with vendors;

• Assist with CRM marketing emails and communications;
• Create and assist with managing digital advertising and social media content
• Update, maintain, and adjust layout of web pages with user experience and accessibility in mind;
• Work with the team to develop compelling marketing campaigns for student recruitment;

• Participate as a positive member of the SEM marketing and communications team;
• Participate in professional development activities;
• Actively support UMD Campus Goal #2, create a positive and inclusive campus climate for all by advancing equity, diversity, and social justice;
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in art, graphic design, marketing, or related field or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Acrobat;
• A compelling portfolio with projects showcasing graphic design skills;
• Experience preparing print-ready files for commercial printers, including knowledge of CMYK color modes, resolution (dpi/ppi), bleed, crop marks, preflight checks, and file formats (PDF/X, packaged InDesign)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in order to meet deadlines;
• Excellent writing, grammar and punctuation, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Experience with basic photography/videography and editing;
• Background and understanding of issues related to access, diversity, and inclusion in higher education;
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team;
• Web experience (HTML, Java script, and CMS, e.g. Drupal) and CRM experience a plus (e.g. Slate, Salesforce)
• Proficiency in computer applications including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)

Pay Range: $23.12 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

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