Digital Designer

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati puts education into action, ranking among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

At UC, today’s possibilities spark tomorrow’s reality.

Conceptualize and produce innovative presentations and creative design solutions.

• Comprehend UC’s strategic direction and convey complex concepts and leadership principles through infographics, including social graphics.
• Collaborate with leaders, creative directors, project managers, writers, and other Contributors to develop creative solutions that align with our strategic goals.
• Communicate creative concepts effectively to team members.
• Act as a steward of our brand, and digital assets while executing strong, brand-compliant work.
• Utilize experience and knowledge of current graphic design software to produce visual material and create day to day artwork.
• Deployment of work and delivery of final art, including PowerPoint, Acrobat, Infographics, and innovative print collateral.
• Generate, proofread, and edit finished product and ensure that all design work follows university branding standards.
• Maintain design standards for all material produced; stay abreast of technological advances in the field; recommend alternate approaches to design and production for cost-effective printed materials; maintain records and files.
• Participate in creative ideation, project kickoffs/briefs, and other team exercises.
• Consult with team on requested projects; make recommendations and decisions related to design, ideas, approach, costs, technical specifications, etc.
• Liaison with printers, suppliers, etc. for assigned projects; write all specifications for printing, supplies, bids, etc.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of the eduaction requirement.

• Experience creating original content using industry-standard software for a variety of different mediums, including print and digital.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft PowerPoint, fluency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Solid understanding of digital and design technology and willingness to learn new platforms as needed.
• Comfortable working in both print and digital realms.
• Organized, deadline-oriented designer who can work quickly with an excellent eye for detail.
• Motivated and accountable self-starter who can tackle challenges with a customer-centric attitude.
• Good writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience and proficiency in video and motion graphics production.
• Able to manage personal workload.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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