Graphic Design Specialist I

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us 

As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve. 

The Opportunity: 

Ready to turn your passion for graphic design into a rewarding full-time career? The University of Central Florida (UCF) Global Marketing and Communications team is actively seeking skilled and imaginative designers to join our dynamic team as we expand our creative department for the upcoming calendar year. If you possess the necessary skills and are ready to take your career to the next level, apply today and become an integral part of our team.

As a key member of the Global Marketing team, the Graphic Design Specialist I will play a pivotal role in creating compelling digital and print communications, which include forms, emails, flyers, brochures, posters, manuals, advertisements, posts, videos, and various recruiting materials. Additionally, this position is responsible for social media content generation, web and email related design, photography video production and motion graphics.

We are looking for candidates with a strong foundation in print and digital design, showcasing creativity and attention to detail. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to large collaborative projects, work in a creative environment, and build a professional portfolio.

This is an auxiliary funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Responsibilities:

• Graphic Design and Visual Content Creation.

• Media Content Capture and Editing.

• Website Graphics and Edits.

• Email and Social Media Graphics and Communications.

• Form Creation and Maintenance.

• Event Media Coverage.

Minimum Qualifications: 

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4+ years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6) .

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient understanding of Adobe’s Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office Applications.

• Experience in social media content generation, web and email related design, video production, photography, and motion graphics.

Additional Application Materials Required: 

• A cover letter.

• Current resume in PDF format.

• Link to your online or PDF portfolio.

Special Instructions to the Applicants: 

This is an auxiliary funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Are Benefits Important to You? 

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays 

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page click here . 

Who Are We? 

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more. 

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

UCF Global Shared Services

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$20.29 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

02-26-2024-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.