Sr. Graphic Designer (PRN30466B)

Job Summary
The David Eccles School of Business seeks a full-time Graphic Designer to join the Marketing + Communications team. This position will help maintain and oversee the conceptualization, visualization, and production of ongoing and concurrent design initiatives; create engaging and on-brand graphics for print and digital media; communicate and coordinate with off-site vendors; and manage project details and deadlines. The position will create graphics and designs for nearly every department in the school, but will work directly with the marketing account managers on the M+C team to get needed information for designs and campaigns.

University of Utah Job ID# PRN30466B 02160 - School of Business M + C

COMPENSATION:             $45,000-$55,000

WORK SCHEDULE:           Full Time. Day. M-F 9 am- 6 pm

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions
Meets with clients initially to determine needs, budget and deadlines; meets subsequently to discuss changes and finalize project.
Researches and studies ideas related to each project; conceptualizes original work to communicate intent of project.
Develops cost estimates for clients by balancing the needs of the project with the available budget.
Designs a wide range of artistic material, e.g. catalog, poster, brochure, billboard, etc. using sophisticated computer equipment and software programs.
Produces art for assigned project by following a pasteboard technique on the computer, and finalizes in a manner that is ready for printing.
Determines size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, selects style and size of type, chooses color/s and arranges layout based upon available space.
Completes pre-press check by ensuring colors and saturation are exact, overlap properly and do not leave gaps, and ensures inks are solid and in the correct place.
May hire outside vendors including photographers, illustrators and/or production artists to meet particular styles of photography, or illustration.
May keep department computer hardware and software running and up-to-date by trouble shooting problems and reviewing new programs.
May mentor or act as supervisor to junior designers.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related area, or equivalency; five years of related experience and a portfolio at the time of the interview; demonstrated effective communication skills; the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

PREFERENCES:

Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
The successful candidate will have a strong design aesthetic, display great attention to detail, and understand the importance of brand consistency.
Strong communications skills to regularly present design concepts and project progress to team members, accounts, and leadership. Preference will be given to candidates who are open to and expect design critique yet display the expertise and assurance to maintain control of projects and deadlines.
An aptitude for independent working and creative problem-solving are a must for successful self-management.
An ideal candidate will be highly organized with an ability to multitask on several concurrent design projects at various stages of completion and review.
The candidate should display a passion for the work of the David Eccles School of Business and a desire to help further the Eccles School’s goals and initiatives.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Cr., Rm 135, (801) 581-8365 (V/TDD), for further information or to request an accommodation. The University of Utah is committed to diversity in its workforce. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.