Job Title

Graphic Designer III

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Marketing & Communications

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

The Graphic Designer III, under direction, performs expert-level graphic design, marketing and consultation. for various branding, web, and digital projects for marketing and communications needs of the university. Responsibilities include maintaining the university Brand Hub and maintaining official GIPHY and Pinterest channels. Meets with internal and external customers to determine project needs and requirements.

What to do 

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What You Need To Know

Salary: Commensurate based on hire's experience

THIS POSITION IS ON-SITE. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO BE ON CAMPUS/IN PERSON

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Marketing major, or related field and

• Four years of experience in marketing, including: four years of experience in graphics design using Adobe Creative Suite (such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and AfterEffects) and two years’ experience working within a brand guide and consulting with clients on facilitating creative requests

  Responsibilities:

• Design Direction and Implementation - Conceptualizes and implements creative work, working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Performs expert level design and consultation work. Assists the Creative Manager/Director in developing and implementing comprehensive, university-level, strategic communication programs.

• Social Media Content Creation - Consults, designs, and develops animations and graphics Texas A&M Social Media channels or for external customers around campus. Each channel has varied sizes, types, and needs that will need to be coordinated and anticipated. Reviews for functionality, browser compatibility, consistency, and user interface design, ensuring that guidelines are met. Serves as the point person on GIPHY and Pinterest.

• Brand Hub Counsel and Maintenance - With assistance from the Executive Director and publications writer, maintains MarCom Brand Hub content by regularly adding/tagging new assets and removing/archiving expired assets. Curates content for regular newsletter to share new features and updates. Assists Brand Hub training/orientation for new employees.

• Creative Brand Strategy and Direction - Provides strategic direction and counsel of the design and development processes for marketing projects involving photography, graphic design, websites, social media, and other digital platforms, and printed materials. Researches and implements design and development best practices. Provides branding guidance and ensures guidelines are met. Researches and develops tools that aid in the development and design of graphic design projects. Develops creative brand strategy for university partnerships.

• Project Coordination - Provides art direction and strategic counsel of various projects including social media and integrated communication campaigns. Works closely with various vendors and other communications staff to ensure timeliness and quality of final products. Trains and mentors Student Technician. Performs other duties as assigned.

  Why Texas A&M University?    

  Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

  We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks , such as:   

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (http://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/)  with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums   

• 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/university-holidays.html)  of annual paid holidays    

• Up to  eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation  (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month   

• Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://new.tamu.edu/enjoy-the-benefits/retirement/)     

• Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)  for health and wellness programs   

• All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more    

• Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/healthy-behaviors/employee-tuition.html)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee   

  Job Location : College Station, Texas

  Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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