Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

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The Division of Student Affairs is the hub of student life and well-being at The University of Texas  team inspires all students to live the Longhorn life through its uniquely designed programs, spaces and resources. They serve every student through physical and mental health and well‑being services; recreational sports; university student union facilities; family orientation; and the University’s official parent association.

The Division supports 1,000+ student organizations, student governance, veteran, legal and disability‑access services, and provides student employment, leadership, first‑generation and volunteer programs.

Serving under the Division of Student Affairs, the University Unions’ mission is to enhance the student experience and enrich campus life by providing cultural, educational, social and recreational programs and related goods and services to the campus community.

Reporting to the Senior Graphics Designer, this position provides graphic design from concept development to final production, including specification development and solicitation of bids when needed.

• Evaluate design concepts and layouts based on knowledge of design and layout principles, using publications and purchased materials as necessary.
• Interact with clients to determine, develop and refine advertising and graphic design pieces to meet their needs, coordinating projects with other creative service providers.
• Use computer graphic software and traditional design methods to produce creative materials such as brochures, newsletters, logos, catalogues, ads, posters, promotional materials, t‑shirts, banners, displays, digital slideshows and web graphics, ensuring quality, brand consistency and production deadlines.
• Maintain an archive of current jobs, photos and graphic images.
• Maintain a job schedule, prioritize, and track job projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design or visual arts.
• Two or more years of professional experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to challenge the status quo while maintaining brand integrity.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Professional experience in higher education; experience training student content creators.

• $52,000

• May work around standard office equipment. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Frequent standing and sitting and the use of manual dexterity.
• Candidate required to pass a background check before starting employment.

This is an on‑site position – Monday through Friday. At times, the position may require nights, evenings and/or weekends as specific business needs require.

• Resume
• Letter of interest
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a current or former supervisor.

You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new resume for subsequent applications. Any additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the application questions section. Ensure all required materials are uploaded before submitting your application.

As a current employee or contingent worker, you must apply within Workday by searching “Find UT Jobs”. If you are a current employee, log in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile and update your Professional Profile before applying. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and respond to application questions for additional materials.

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