Graphics Designer

Overview

About The University Of Georgia:
Posting Number: S14593P
·

Working Title:

Graphics Designer
· Department:
Auxiliary Marketing

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, and the University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students.

College/Unit/Department Website: auxiliary.uga.edu

Posting Type:
External
· Retirement Plan: TRS
·

Employment Type:

Employee
· Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
· Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:
This position offers a 40 hour work week. Hours and schedule may vary and include evenings and weekends. Advertised Salary: $45,000 - $55,000/yr;
Commensurate with Experience
· Posting Date: 01/14/2026
· Open Until Filled:
Yes
· Proposed Starting Date: 02/03/2026
· Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values Statement:
Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on USG Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 /policy manual/section8/C224/#p8.2._conduct. Freedom of Expression is supported by USG Board Policy 6.5, found /policy manual/section6/C2653.

Classification

Title:

Desktop Publisher I
· FLSA:
Non-Exempt
· FTE: 1.0

This position acts as a primary contact in fulfilling the graphic design and publication needs for all Auxiliary Services Division’s departments. While adhering to UGA brand and style guides, this position designs creative work including advertisements, social media graphics, email graphics, digital sign graphics, online and print-ready brochures and flyers, large-format projects and other publications.

• Education and/or experience in art and graphics
• Full knowledge and proficiency of industry-leading software and hardware necessary for use in modern design projects, including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Mail Chimp, as well as the Macintosh operating system, file servers, FTP sites, scanners, printers, and Windows operating system.
• Excellent graphic design and typography skills.
• Strong creative and critical thinking skills.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Knowledge of responsive and mobile web/email design.
• Coordination of complex design jobs from concept to publication. One- to full-color offset and digital printing.
• Excellent photography skills.

Frequent sitting is common but this position will stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, push and pull depending on the work to be accomplished.

• Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
  Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust?:
  No
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
  No
• Does this position require a P-Card? :
  No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
  No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
  No
• Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):
  No

• Prepare a variety of creative graphic design deliverables including digital graphics, online and print brochures and flyers, advertisements, banners and other Auxiliary Services publications using various production techniques.
• Contribute creatively to the development of promotional plans and creation of advertisements, brochures, flyers, presentations, websites, and other publications with strong marketing impact.
• Collaborate with clients to produce deliverables on time. Manages / responds to graphic design tickets in Team Dynamics. Meets deadlines established on marketing calendar. Manages printing, production, and delivery of all Auxiliary materials.
• Stores artworks and photo files in compliance with designated file management system. Manages print inventory.
• Conducts photoshoots for images to be used in marketing materials.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Aimee Cheek
Recruitment Contact Email: aimee.cheek