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Graphic Designer II University Center

Company name
The University of Montana

Salary
: $18.789$/hr

Location
Missoula, MT, United States

Employment Type
Full-Time

Industry
Cad, Design, Marketing

Posted on
Feb 10, 2022

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The

University Center (UC)

invites applications for a

Graphic Designer II

. The marketing unit supports the overall mission of the University Center in their ability to develop and use effective promotions, communications and informational pieces in a variety of media and formats. This position is a member of the University Center’s Marketing Unit and the various job duties of the position cover multiple areas of communication. This includes website design and maintenance, graphic design, and special projects. This position must be able to stay informed of marketing, branding, and social media trends so that the University Center’s communication efforts foster our ability to strategically respond to and communicate with the community. In accordance with University policy, University Center standards, and in communication and consultation (as needed) with the University Center Marketing Director, the Graphic Designer may supervise a Graphic Designer I and student employees to manage and assign workflow, duties, and tasks. Work hours may vary according to need. Evening and/or weekend work is not routine but some may be required on occasion.

Key duties and responsibilities include:

Responsible for website design, layout, maintenance and editorial content of the UC website and any secondary sites that are under the purview of the University Center

Design and maintain independent websites with social media and registration for 15 to 30 conferences annually for Conference Management Services

Design print and digital presence for Conference Management Services

Design print and digital presence for Todd Building

Design print and digital presence for ASUM

Lead designer in charge of graphic design and digital presence

Maintain all Social Media channels and web tools

Work with UC Marketing Office student staff, provides training, planning, and helps ensure execution of daily operations

Ensure excellent customer service standards and convenient services

Assign work, organize, direct, schedule priorities, and determine staffing needs

Ensure compliance to departmental standards and mandatory deadlines

Supervise multiple projects, establish production schedules, set priorities, manage deadlines, and assign various tasks

Disseminate information accurately and in a timely manner

Determine appropriate usages of social networks and other emerging communication technologies

Plan and coordinate development, scheduling and deployment of digital content for the UC social media channels

Ensure that technology applications comply with institutional deign and Americans with Disabilities Act

Identify primary markets and develop and use effective promotions, communications, and informational pieces in a variety of media and formats

Formulate and implement marketing objectives

After a reasonable training period, the incumbent should have a working knowledge and ability of the following:

Ability to work with noise and frequent interruptions and distractions

Ability to work under stressful conditions and deadlines

Ability to work with a group that is transitory in nature (student staff turnover is frequent)

Ability as a team member of the UC demonstrating interest and concern for its overall success in fulfilling its mission

Participate on various UC and University committees and work on special projects as assigned

Establish and maintain good communication and relationships with University and Enrollment and Student Affairs information technology teams

Ability to ensure UC compliance to the University and Enrollment and Student Affairs information technology policies

Understanding of appropriate applications of technology in programs and services utilized by UC employees

Thorough understanding of utilizing the University of Montana brand and its policies and procedures of its use

Required Skills

Ability to perform the job responsibilities and make decisions with minimal supervision

Significant knowledge of graphic design concept and theories, software, and hardware

Ability to navigate and utilize web applications

Utilizing a content management system, ability to design, maintain and update websites

Ability to develop and manage production timelines

Ability to establish and maintain clear lines of communication with students, campus departments, outside agencies, businesses, and the public

Basic understanding of student union philosophy and the role of a college union

Experience in the development of creative marketing campaigns, with preference given to working with a young adult population

Ability to hire and supervise permanent and student staff and the ability to train staff on graphic design software and hardware

Supervise multiple projects, establishing production schedules, setting priorities, managing deadlines, and assigning various tasks

Ability to establish and maintain a current and thorough understanding of various specialized software applications by attending trainings, taking online tutorials, and reading supplemental materials as needed

Preferred Qualifications

BA in Business, Marketing, Media Arts, or any combination of experience/education to perform position duties

Specific proficiencies in computer hardware/software/social media channels

Knowledge and proficient use of Adobe Creative Suite

Ability to work in both PC and Mac environments

About the University Center and UM

The University Center enriches campus life by providing student-focused opportunities, programs, services, and space. The University Center is student focused and committed to providing a broad range of opportunities that enrich the University experience. The University Center designs programs and activities that appeal to a wide variety of student interests.

The UC offers myriad convenient services including an art gallery, high-tech study lounge, game room, theater, conferencing services, shipping and mail center, bank and ATMs, copy center, full-service hair salon, bookstore, market, food court and Griz Card Center.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, please visit the links below.

University of Montana

Video: Mission First, People Always

UM on YouTube

Position Details

Position Title

: Graphic Designer II

Position Number:

NEW

Department

: University Center

Work Schedule

: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year. Evening and/or weekend work is not routine but may be required on occasion.

Salary

: $18.789$/hr

Union Affiliation

: FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period:

Six months minimum

Benefits Include

: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu

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