Job Opening ID: 68466

Reports To: Senior Director of Advancement Communications

Working Title: GRAPHIC DESIGNER - UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS-REMOTE

Department: University Development-AVC

Bargaining Unit: 99

FLSA: Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 007455

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5 M-F Remote

Employee Class: Career

In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and dedicated public service. A top public university, UCI has become internationally recognized for improving lives through research and discovery, fostering excellence in scholarship and teaching, and engaging and enriching the community. Today, UCI continues to inspire change and pioneer new ideas with the support of its generous partners, alumni and friends. Through the combined efforts of the University Advancement & Alumni relations team, the university is able to share its amazing achievements, build lasting relationships and generate support for important campus programs and initiatives. University Advancement seeks to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate the university's place among globally preeminent research universities; and bring together passions, skills, and creativity to further improve people's lives.

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

University Advancement and Alumni Relations

• 3 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in a university setting or non-profit organization.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design skills, particularly in print and digital media.
• Experience in event design and knowledge of web design principles is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of design and user experience, including skill to design in an appealing, lively and relevant way.
• Thorough understanding of technical language and requirements of the assigned work.
• Thorough knowledge of content management systems and / or relevant web applications used for web production and organization-specific computer application programs.
• Thorough skills to create clear, easy-to-navigate, informative, accurate, well-designed, and functional web sites that provide web content consistent with the organization's message and in keeping with management directives and client objectives.
• Thorough understanding of organization's processes, procedures, and applicable rules and regulations for web communications.
• Thorough technical skills in computer applications for web production, image handling, publishing and design, illustration, presentation preparation, animation, web interaction, and / or other state-of-the-art web communication capabilities.
• Thorough interpersonal communication skills.
• Thorough skills to develop and implement original ideas and correctly identify and effectively solve problems.
• Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) as well as familiarity with HTML/CSS.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Creativity and willingness to experiment with new ideas and approaches.