Graphic Designer II Marketing and Communications

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Marketing and Brand Management

invites applications for a

Graphic Designer II

to join their team. This position is responsible for designing and producing University of Montana (UM) publications and advertising (both in print and electronically), while maintaining the high-level integrity of the UM brand and visual identity. The Graphic Designer will be in contact with various clients across campus as well as off-site vendors; this position requires an ability to maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information, tact, sensitivity, and professionalism.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Graphic Designer will assist the Senior Graphic Designer in creating a diverse range of visual communications. These include:

Publications

Branding campaigns

Special events packages

Other presentation materials and products to meet the University’s communications and marketing needs.

Upon completion of training, the incumbent will have developed a working knowledge of:

Knowledge of UM processes regarding branding, marketing and outreach

Knowledge of licensed print vendors available to produce publications and promotional items

Knowledge of UM brand guidelines

Required Skills

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Excellent print and digital design skills

Knowledge of the creative process in order to effectively gauge workloads and manage deadlines

Unwavering attention to detail and deadlines

Ability to multitask between small and large-scale projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented atmosphere

Ability to communicate ideas to colleagues and clients in an articulate, professional manner

Collaborative spirit and excellent people skills

Ability to take direction and work in a creative team environment, as well as work on projects independently

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field, as well as at least two (2) years of related work experience; or any combination of education and experience that would provide the competencies required to successfully discharge the duties assigned to this position.

About Marketing and Communications

and UM

University Marketing and Communications serves the public and the University of Montana by distributing accurate and timely information about UM, producing useful and interesting publications, and enhancing the UM brand and overall image of higher education through outreach, marketing activities, e-communications and social media. The sector's offices are located on the first and second floors of Brantly Hall.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action

: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, please visit the links below.

University of Montana

Video: Mission First, People Always

UM on YouTube

Position Details

Position Title:

Graphic Designer II

Position Number:

New

Department:

Marketing and Communications

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year

Salary:

$18.789/hr.

Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan

, email the

Compensation Department

Union Affiliation:

FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period:

Six months minimum

Benefits Include

Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:

References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:

Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu