Graphic Designer

The University of Alaska Fairbanks is looking for a graphic designer to join our University Relations creative team. This position supports UAF's communications and marketing efforts by creating publications, promotional materials, presentations, and other print and digital designs.

You'll work alongside designers, writers, photographers, and other communications staff in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift and deadlines are often tight. We're looking for someone who can manage multiple projects, adapt to changing needs, and maintain quality while working collaboratively with the team.

• Design publications, brochures, posters, advertisements, marketing materials, and digital graphics for university programs, events, and campaigns.
• Develop creative concepts that communicate effectively while following UAF brand standards.
• Work with the creative team and campus partners to understand project needs and develop appropriate design solutions.
• Prepare files for professional printing, including color management, bleeds, resolution, and other production requirements.
• Coordinate with printers and vendors to ensure projects are produced accurately and delivered on time.
• Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adjust priorities as needed.
• Create and edit presentations using Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Help review materials for proper use of university branding and trademarks.
• Maintain organized project files and digital archives so materials can be easily accessed by the team.
• Keep up with design trends, software updates, and new techniques that could improve our work.

We're looking for someone who enjoys graphic design, pays attention to the details, and works well with others. The right person will be comfortable developing their own ideas while also taking feedback and collaborating with a team.

Applicants should have:

• Strong graphic design skills, including typography, layout, color, and composition.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Experience designing materials for both print and digital use.
• An understanding of print production and how to prepare files for professional printing.
• The ability to work within established brand guidelines while bringing fresh ideas to projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, adjust to changing priorities, and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to work with colleagues across the university.
• Attention to detail and the ability to review work for accuracy before final production.
• Experience working with Mac computers.
• A portfolio that demonstrates a range of design work and technical skills.

Experience with publication design, marketing campaigns, illustration, web design, or multimedia is a plus.

Degree in graphic design, design, or a related field and a minimum of two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Professional training and work experience in graphic design and production are required. Advanced training in art or illustration is preferred.

This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 78, based on education and experience.

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