The Graphic Designer manages the design and development of presentations, graphics, and other types of media-based materials consistent with Housing & Residence Life (HRL) initiatives. Responsible for translating organizational or client goals into strategic media deliverables that reinforce the HRL and FGCU brand to internal and external audiences.
Job Description
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
- Manages the design and development of pictures, drawing, and graphic materials for customers that support the department and university’s marketing and communications initiatives.
- Provides creative leadership in generating original ideas for graphic design projects that achieve strategic goals and ensures that the designs follow the correct branding.
- Oversees all facets of production including pre-production meetings, concept development, script development, editing materials, presentation of drafts, and archiving.
- Develops, presents and gains approval on scope, content and budget for graphic design projects.
- Communicates artistic themes in flyers, posters, advertising, handbooks, or other presentation mediums.
- Build and maintain project management skills in order to set schedules, determine workload allocation etc.
- Maintains files and records of graphic designs; ensures the timely completion of all work presented to the graphics unit.
- Develops new techniques, systems, and procedures to enhance the marketing efforts of the university.
- Reviews progress, evaluates results, implements new processes, and promotes best practices.
Other Duties:
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- This position requires either four years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field.
- Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional full-time experience in graphic design or website development.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite programs software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat).
- Experience in special effects, animation and motion graphics.
- Experience producing video for web and social media.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the position.
- Knowledge of marketing strategies and communication principles.
- Knowledge and ability to recognize and implement graphic design, branding, and marketing principles.
- Knowledge and experience designing, implementing and assessing the effectiveness of marketing strategies and promotional materials.
- Knowledge of and ability to post photographs to various social media sites.
- Knowledge and proficiency in use of publishing and design software.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
- Skill in public speaking and delivering presentations to individuals and groups.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
- Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
- Ability to analyze problems and develop creative solutions to complex issues.
Pay Grade 16
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.