Visual Communications Specialist

Join the College of Indigenous Studies as the Visual Communications Specialist! This dynamic role offers the opportunity to drive impactful visuals and engaging digital content across print, web and social media that advances the College of Indigenous Studies mission.

We are seeking a creative Visual Communication Specialist to join our communication team, responsible for designing and enhancing our visual communications efforts. Key duties include optimizing web pages, managing multimedia content, and developing social media strategies that align with our brand. The ideal candidate will possess strong design skills, excellent time management, and the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. If you are passionate about visual storytelling and ready to make an impact, we can’t wait to meet you!

To succeed in this position, you should bring creativity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit. You will need to be adaptable, ready to tackle challenges, and passionate about visual communication. If you’re excited about crafting compelling narratives through design, apply today to join our team!

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or related field and one year relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a part-time (50 hrs/pay period), 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 77, based on education and experience.

Application review will begin on September 14, 2026. To ensure consideration, please submit your application by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on September 13, 2026.

The University of Alaska (UA) requires employees to work on-site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated and advertised as eligible for hybrid or remote work. Any approved arrangement will be based on the position’s duties, operational needs, and the employee’s ability to effectively perform the work remotely.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bryan Hoppough, CIS HR Coordinator, at behoppough or .

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity (CAUSE)-UAW.

This is a term‑funded position reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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