Prince George's Community College · 1 month ago
Graphics Designer
Largo, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$48K/yr - $53K/yr
2+ years expPrince George's Community College is seeking a Graphics Designer to enhance the college's brand and visual identity through print and digital collateral. The role involves designing and producing various promotional materials while collaborating with the Creative Services team and managing project timelines.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Researches, develops and designs college’s print and digital assets which enhance the college’s brand and visual identity, in cooperation with the Creative Services Manager and the Director of Communications
Designs and creates print and digital collateral on Apple computers using Adobe graphic design software in collaboration with Creative Services assistant manager or other graphic designers. Experience with Monday.com helpful
Records status updates for assigned projects directly in the project-tracking database. Manages electronic files of assigned projects for organized data retrieval from project archives, as per standard operating procedures
Stays current with design trends, software and hardware developments, and production techniques in graphic design
Manages and communicates with clients regarding the design and production of assigned projects; presents comprehensive designs to Creative Services Assistant Manager and Manager and meets deadlines
Convert existing print publications to Web-ready formats, as needed
Produce files that will run efficiently on campus presses
Responsible for quality control of assigned projects. Proofreads printed versions of each assigned project for formatting before releasing proofs to client or the printer. Spell checks each assignment before releasing proofs to client or the printer. Flight checks assigned projects before their release for printing or posting on the Web
Works with staff in team effort to help with general office support
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
One to two years of college credit (30 credit hours are equivalent to one year)
At least two years of experience as graphic designer producing a broad range of online or print publications and/or promotional materials
Experience using brand guidelines, a broad range of advertising development, and digital media disciplines
A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application
In-depth knowledge of current version of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, and Firefly
Knowledge of Adobe Express and Microsoft Office Suite
Creative and imaginative, and curious about clients' services and goals. Ability to articulate and justify creative concepts to clients and team members. Flexible and open to accepting creative criticism
Ability to see other people's point of view and constructively take on feedback
Excellent planning, time management and follow-through skills. Ability to develop effective design solution within constraints of deadlines, budgets and standard operating procedures
Must be an organized self-starter who manages workloads effectively and shows initiative; can easily shift between short and long-term projects, troubleshoots problems and adheres to established style guidelines
Exemplary communication, writing, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing, along with good proofreading skills
Knowledge of typography and photography techniques
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty, and students
Ability to take direction from the Creative Services (CS) Manager and assistant manager, as well as multiple departments throughout the college
Ability to learn and adapt to existing workflow systems
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work
A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred with formal training in graphic design
Web and video experience
Experience with Monday.com helpful
Benefits
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Retirement plans
Health and welfare coverage
Eligible for overtime
Shift differential pay
Company
Prince George's Community College
Prince George's Community College is a school in Upper Marlboro.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
NASA
2023-07-26Grant
Leadership Team
Dr. Kyle Turman
Program Director of Academic Transfer & Partnerships
Jasmine Jones Hopewell
Program Manager, Early and Middle College Programs and High School Partnerships
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