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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public 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, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

Job Overview

The Campus Services Marketing Team plays a vital role in promoting various auxiliary services offered by the university to enhance the overall student experience. We are looking to add an experienced digital graphic designer to our team.

This is a hybrid position, working up to 3 days/week remotely. As a key player, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop visually stunning graphics, user interfaces, and digital experiences that captivate and engage audiences. With your keen eye for detail and mastery of design tools and techniques, you'll craft compelling visuals that elevate brand identity and drive user interaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and are ready to make your mark in the digital landscape, we want to hear from you! Join us and unleash your creativity as a Digital Designer.

Essential Functions

-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.

Required Education

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

Required Experience

Experience in graphic design or related field.

Additional Qualifications Considered

-Experience creating original content using industry-standard software for a variety of different mediums, including web, print and digital.

-Experience in website management and design software such as AEM or related software

-Video and/or photography experience

-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.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• 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 of $50,000 - $55,000 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.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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