Senior Creative Design Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12760P

Working Title Senior Creative Design Specialist

Department Terry-Marketing & Communic

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Advertised Salary $60,000-$65,000 + commensurate with experience

Posting Date 10/09/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 11/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position may be subject to telecommuting.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

Classification Title Technical Design Professional

FLSA Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This position is the lead designer on the OMC staff assisting the Director of Creative Services with the intake and execution of design projects. This is a hands-on design position and also has a significant role in communications with key stakeholders across the campus and with external vendors. A highly developed skill set in the use of Adobe Creative Suite (primarily InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) is required in everyday workflow. The Senior Graphic Designer is the primary creative in support of high visibility publications for the Terry College of Business, the art director for Terry Magazine, and serves as the controller for brand/identity communications, making independent decisions working closely with UGA Central MarComm. This person takes a lead role in mentoring and collaborating with new graphic designers in OMC. Responsible for procurement of all printed materials for the college ensuring appropriate quality and budget for each project. Work independently to ensure deadlines are met.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge and skill of methods, techniques and practices of graphic design and illustration, utilizing Adobe Suite products to include InDesign, InCopy, Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Knowledge on a Mac based platform.
• Knowledge of departmental print policies and procedures, and printing processes to ensure work volume is managed.

Physical Demands

Working in a normal office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Graphic Design Lead

• Make independent decisions on design, photography, brand, color, and typography choices for various publications.
• Serves as a mentor to junior designers in the development of their research approach, concept development and design skills.
• Under limited supervision from the Director of Creative Services, execute the design of signature print pieces such as Terry Magazine, and collaborates on the Dean's Report and the Accounting Annual Report.
• Engage with UGA Central MarComm regarding the use and execution of all Terry College logos and supporting brand identify.
• Upon request and as needed, manage both the reception and distribution of logo files, images and graphic information to vendors, media and other external customers.
• Document project changes, milestones, and communications in the project management system.
• Manage and direct the work of OMC design student staff/interns.

Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities

Print Production

• Lead the production process with external print vendors, ensure that complete and accurate files and specifications are provided to vendors.
• Attend press checks as needed for signature pieces, making final decisions on various production quality and accuracy.
• Provide print and production expertise/support to the Terry College Community in the areas of vendor selection, paper and production types.
• Track all communications and documentation in the project management system.
• Management of customer's budget and quality expectations to ensure projects are assigned to the appropriate vendor to print the items.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Client Relations

• Meet with clients to determine goals and needs, review proofs/mock ups and obtain signed-off approvals.
• Effectively understand customer needs and communicate project status to the Director of Creative Services.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Additional projects and duties as needed.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Art Roche

Recruitment Contact Email art.roche@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this vacant position? (UGA Jobs -UGA's Job Board, LinkedIn, Indeed.com, Inside HigherEdJobs, UGA Staff Listserv, Terry College Listserv, a current UGA Employee, other - please provide resource) (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents