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Texas A&M University · 1 day ago

Junior Designer, Brand Expression

College Station, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. The Junior Designer, Brand Expression is responsible for supporting various design and development needs related to marketing and communications for the university, including designing graphics for social media, websites, and events.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Uses complex information and data to determine and implement the best graphic format for most effective visual communication

Creates original illustrations for use in marketing materials, both print and digital

Designs and produces university advertising for both print and digital media

Designs and produces supporting material for conferences and events (i.e., incentive items, displays, signage)

Designs and produces social media graphics for multiple university channels, according to varying specifications

Creates templates within the brand management platform in accordance with brand guidelines and campus initiatives

Designs and produces print and digital templates in a variety of software for campus communicators

Designs and produces motion graphics for use in video, social media and other channels

Obtains pricing, preps files and oversees production

Oversees press checks if necessary

Manages communication and oversees projects conducted with vendors

Follows industry trends through blogs, e-newsletters and social media

Looks for innovative ways to illustrate and share information to appropriate audiences

Keeps track of trends and news in related areas, such as marketing, advertising and higher ed

Seeks out and participates in training to enhance or develop new skills

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteGraphic DesignMotion GraphicsSocial Media StrategyProject ManagementAnimationTime ManagementCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in graphic design, fine arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Two years of experience in graphics design, web development, print and electronic media, marketing or related design fields

Expert skill level using Adobe Creative Suite, including: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, AfterEffects, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Strong understanding of design principles and motion design principles

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Preferred

Three years' experience in design, including print and online media

Experience working in marketing and communications field and working within brand guide or standard

Experience with project management or using a project management tool

Understanding of principles of animation and templates building

Understanding of social media strategy

Ability to create print specifications, obtain print bids, prep files for printing, oversee proofing and production and perform press checks

Excellent time management skills

Passion for and deep understanding of Texas A&M's mission, values, and culture

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Company

Texas A&M University

Glassdoor4.4

Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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