Graphic Designer

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

We do not accept references or other application materials from outside credential management organizations. Application materials and references must be submitted through our applicant tracking system.

Wayne State College is seeking a Graphic Designer in the Admissions Department.

Job Title
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Graphic Designer

Nature of Work
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Creates original designs, executes artwork and/or writes feature stories for print publications and the website. Conceptualizes design layout of finished art and text for reproduction and coordinates final production of finished product with printing department. May oversee the bidding and award process for project needs.

• Design and produce prospective student recruitment publications; materials, recruitment postcards, financial aid communications, event invitations, and admitted student materials
• Develop and manage a recruitment communications calendar that sequences print and digital touchpoints throughout the full enrollment cycle
• Produce targeted direct mail campaigns segmented by prospective student population (first-time freshmen, transfer students, adult learners, dual enrollment and graduate etc.)
• Coordinate with vendors, overseeing production, and delivery process to ensure materials are on-brand, on time, and within budget
• Manage enrollment-focused social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, X, etc.), developing and publishing content that highlights campus life, academic programs, student success, and the admissions experience
• Design all event collateral, environmental signage, presentation slide decks and promotional materials for Enrollment Management sponsored events
• Partner with academic departments to develop program-specific recruitment materials (both print and electronic) that are current, and enrollment-focused
• Other duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in art, commercial art, communications, or related field and at least one year experience.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or closely related field
• 3+ years of experience in enrollment marketing, higher education communications, or a recruitment-focused marketing role
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a high-volume recruitment cycle
• Demonstrated experience managing social media with measurable audience engagement
• Strong editing skills, with the ability to write persuasively for prospective student audiences
• Experience with print production workflows including pre-press processes, color modes, and vendor coordination
• Familiarity with enrollment CRM platforms (e.g., Slate) and email marketing tools

Physical demands are not specified.

Criminal Background Check.

Salary is competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Annual salary range is $48,632–$60,791. Attractive and comprehensive benefit package.

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

This position is subject to Veterans Preference.