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JOB TITLE:
Graphic Designer, Student Media
JOB PURPOSE:
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as layouts, displays, or logos.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
- Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
- Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design and concept.
- Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Internet websites.
- Review final layouts and designs as well as suggest improvements as needed.
- Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.
- Use computer software to generate new images.
- Mock up, paste, and assemble final layouts and designs to prepare for printer.
- Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
- Research new software or design concepts.
- Assist in the development of marketing campaigns for a variety of clients as well as in house marketing plans.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- UW Student
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of computers and their operating systems: Mac and Windows
- Knowledge of design software: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
- Creativity and innovation
- Good communication skills
- Good Time management and organizational skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- An understanding of the latest marketing and graphic design trends
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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