Graphic Designer II

Job Title

Graphic Designer II

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

College of Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we believe

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .”

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Texas A&M University College of Nursing is looking for Graphic Designer II to serve as a member of the Marketing and Communications Team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

Job Description Summary

The Graphic Designer II, under general supervision of the Communications Manager, serves in a supporting role to promote and enhance the public image and identity of the Texas A&M University College of Nursing and its education, research and service mission. This position supports various publication, electronic media and web development projects for marketing and communications needs of the Texas A&M College of Nursing, including but not limited to designing and editing graphics/photos for use in print, multimedia, web and other digital/online purposes. Performs complex graphic design and consultation work.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience:

• Two years of related experience in graphic design, web design, print and electronic media, marketing or related design field.

Preferred Experience:

• Four years of related experience in graphic design.
• Design experience in creating print publications such as magazines, annual reports, print ad and brochures.
• One or more years of experience in photography.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Microsoft Office 365 (word processing, spreadsheet and database applications).
• Knowledge of photo and design software applications, such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
• Ability multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conceptualizes and executes marketing and communications collateral for print and electronic mediums utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office 365 and other software.
• Designs brochures, signs, newsletters, presentation templates and materials, and other print media.
• Designs project specifications, obtains pricing, prepares files and oversees production. Requests and assists with press checks as necessary.
• Designs effective and accessible graphic interfaces for web sites, web pages and applications as needed to support responsive web design in collaboration with web developers/designers
• Creates motion graphics for use on web sites and multi-media presentations. May produce high quality photographs for social media, public relations and news stories as needed.
• Prepares and presents, as needed, branding and design concepts for review, collaboration and approval.
• Develops brand assets that support the goals and mission of the College of Nursing, Texas A&M University and Texas A&M Health Science Center.
• Collaborates with stakeholders as needed from concept to creation to customer support.
• Serves as a technical resource in the area of graphic and publication design software, hardware and techniques.
• Maintains documentation for each project including approvals, comments, drafts and artwork.
• Proactively manages the archival of all graphic projects, including maintaining proper file management protocol and consistent naming convention.
• Manages presentation repository.
• Crafts guidelines that educate users on best practices. Reconstructs presentations to conform to visual and brand standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. Please include cover letter, resume, references, and a link to an online portfolio. You may upload all four on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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