Graphic Designer

Augustana College - Rock Island, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Rock Island, IL

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Graphic Designer at Augustana College is responsible for creating and producing effective print and digital communication projects that represent the college's brand and mission. This role involves a dual focus on traditional graphic design for marketing materials and UX design for digital platforms, collaborating with various campus partners to deliver cohesive visual communications.

Responsibilities

• Identify, design and produce a wide array of print and digital projects, focusing on enhancing user experience in digital formats while maintaining traditional marketing materials.
• Collaborate with users to understand their needs and develop creative solutions that align with brand standards and project goals.
• Present design ideas, iterate on concepts, and incorporate feedback to deliver high-quality final products.
• Maintain open communication with all stakeholders to address concerns, resolve issues, and ensure satisfaction with final designs.
• Coordinate relationships with photography vendors and manage student photographers.
• Grow and maintain a well-organized inventory of creative assets, including photography, to streamline project execution.
• Keep up with industry trends in higher education marketing, graphic design, AI, and UX design to enhance departmental effectiveness and innovation in project delivery.
• Serve as a mentor to students working in the Office of Communication and Marketing, providing guidance on design principles, project management, and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field required.
• 1-3 years of demonstrated design experience for both print and digital projects.
• Excellent production skills with a variety of technologies including web media: audio, video, user interface design and usability, and operating within a content management system.
• Working knowledge of design software with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite on Mac and PC format.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively and be flexible in design strategies.
• Strong concept development skills with ability to articulate concepts to coworkers and clients.
• Experience with photography preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AI in design processes.
• Familiarity with higher education marketing trends.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off