Graphic Designer

Overview

The Graphic Designer position provides direction for and creation of printed, digital and display materials for programs, events and services emanating from departments and units across campus. The position is responsible for the conceptual development and creation of printed, digital and display materials using Adobe Creative Cloud. It is responsible for the planning, design, layout, illustration and preparation of visual media including, but not limited to, advertisements, newsletters, brochures, posters, banners, signs, t-shirts, display boards, web graphics, exhibits and other materials.

Marketing materials for departments and programs are prepared for both internal (on campus) and external (community) audiences. The Graphic Designer position also provides design and application guidance for units  visual branding both individual and overarching, as detailed in the UNCW Brand Identity Guide (BIG). The position also manages documents and graphics for many departments to ensure a consistent and compliant image.

The designer should be familiar with online project management software. The designer must be knowledgeable and understand the elements and principals of graphic design.

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of visual/graphic arts experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a graphic arts/design or related field and at least four years  experience in print and digital design, development and production, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• Wide variety of design experience from logos and flyers to high-end, multipage printed publications, graphics for websites and a variety of visual media
• Advanced level of knowledge and expertise in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, specifically Power Point
• Proficiency in Clickup or project management related software
• Experience with packing files for archiving
• Understand the elements and principals of graphic design

N/A

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Type of Position: Permanent
Position Number: 236
Job Posting Date: 01/28/2026
Posting Close Date: 2/11/2026
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

PLEASE NOTE:

This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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