Graphic Designer

Development

Full Time

77594BR

Job Summary

As a member of the Advancement Communications team, this position will create compelling and persuasive designs in support of UCSF that encourages philanthropic support and showcases the groundbreaking science being advanced at UCSF.

This position will be a key member of an award-winning four-person design team responsible for developing the UCSF Magazine, major websites, event collateral, and a suite of sophisticated solutions that inspire the Bay Area’s most influential philanthropists. The designer’s responsibilities include:
• Original and template-based print designs for donor communications
• Interactive presentation decks and special projects
• Event invitations and collateral
• Reports, proposals, and publications
• E-newsletter design, social media posts
• Prepare files for print and review proofs
• Catalog and document projects
• Retouch photos and optimize for print and web
• Upload, tag, and categorize photo library assets
• Assist with designing and building email templates, web page layouts, and digital assets

The ideal candidate should have a strong and sophisticated design portfolio, and 2-5 years of agency or in-house experience. Please share your portfolio URL within your job application.

See some examples of the types of projects our team works on:
https://secureshare.ucsf.edu/collections/66020f44c2f0a74a469efa62?utm_source=Paperflite%20Link

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Foundation and the Office of University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) are responsible for fostering and strengthening the campus outreach efforts to UCSF constituents and for garnering private support for the campus and the Medical Center. In raising private support, UDAR identifies, qualifies, solicits and stewards donors for the schools, medical centers, departments and programs on campus; accepts and administers all private gifts to the university through The Regents or the UCSF Foundation; and manages all alumni relations activities, campus support group activities and campus events. The UDAR office staffs the UCSF Foundation. The office is also responsible for the design and implementation of fundraising campaigns for UCSF

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 3+ years related work experience
• Thorough knowledge of design software applications
• Strong skills to effectively produce visual materials that meet and satisfy the needs of the Client
• Strong skills in collaboration to best meet project goals and objectives of clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Time and project management skills to effectively establish priorities and meet competing deadlines
• Strong skills in interpersonal communications to interact effectively with a variety of clients, support staff and vendors
• Strong skills in interpersonal communications to interact effectively with a variety of clients, support staff and vendors
• Experience using project management software

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

007458 PUBLICATIONS PROD SPEC 3

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Hybrid, North Beach (SF)

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8AM - 5PM; Hybrid work model