Senior Designer, Graphic

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for designing and producing visual materials including, but not limited to catalogs, course schedules, brochures, handbooks, newsletters, advertisements and other print, presentation and web-based materials utilized by the Colleges and System administration.

• Research and obtain photographs, artwork and illustrations to be used in HCCS collateral, presentations and web-based materials.
• Advise faculty and staff on creative approaches and options.
• Review print product throughout the production process to ensure that appropriate level of quality is maintained.
• Use creative skills to formulate concepts and prepare illustrations and design layouts.
• Maintain hardware and software licensing information for Graphics Department.
• Ensure necessary upgrades are available and operational for Graphics Department staff and ensure the completion of products.
• Design and produce electronic files for use in multimedia presentations and publications.
• Counsel external audiences, faculty, staff, and other users on appropriate HCCS logo formats and usage.
• Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

• Associate’s degree in Commercial Art or a related field required
• 5 years experience required
• Experience working in an institution of higher education, preferably in a community college and with various platforms preferred
• A sample of a professional portfolio required at time of interview

• Valid Texas Driver License

• MS Office Programs
• Graphics Applications
• Print Production/ Four-Color Process
• Page Layout Software
• Typography

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14

Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums…