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College of Science at The University of Arizona is hiring : Senior Graphic Design

College of Science at The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2025

Position Highlights

We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic Senior Graphic Designer to join our dynamic Marketing team and play a key role in shaping the visual identity of the entire University. In this role, you’ll be responsible for creating multimedia designs, all while ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with our brand and marketing goals. As a creative thinker and hands-on designer, you’ll collaborate closely with an innovative in-house design team to craft marketing assets that support the University’s vision and strategic objectives. From concept to execution, you’ll bring fresh ideas, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for design to every project. You’ll have the opportunity to assist in creating compelling and on-brand design work across print, digital, social, and more, while managing multiple projects simultaneously to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with marketing goals. If you’re an adaptable and driven designer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

This is a hybrid position.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA / ASU / NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Creative Execution

  • Create, design, illustrate, and produce graphics for a range of media that amplify the University of Arizona brand.
  • Redesign work to ensure it meets project requirements and adheres to the university’s brand guidelines; integrate feedback from stakeholders and revise designs as needed to ensure alignment with project objectives.
  • Apply design fundamentals to conceive overall concept, design look and feel of each project across all related materials in print and digital media.
  • Adhere to graphic production timetables, and coordinate with outside vendors as needed.
  • Coordinate Digital Asset Library and organize our video library.

Brand Design Support

  • Communicate with internal brand and marketing team members to gather information to create a variety of graphic assets according to specification.
  • Create and execute a range of campaigns and other project deliverables.
  • Draft detailed creative briefs outlining project objectives, target audience, key messages, and design requirements based on internal discussions and stakeholder input.
  • Maintain branded templates for internal and external communications to ensure consistent brand presentation.
  • Trademarks and Licensing Design Support

  • Submit project briefs, creative briefs, and direction from management to develop ideas and creative concepts.
  • Coordinate the workflow of creative projects, ensuring that tasks are assigned, deadlines are met, and project goals are achieved.
  • Coordinate the application of trademarks and licensed logos in various design projects, ensuring proper usage in accordance with licensing agreements.
  • Online Design Support

  • Follow project briefs, creative briefs, and direction from management to develop ideas and creative concepts.
  • Assist with project deliverables for online and University of Arizona Global Campus Teams, Trademarks and Licensing and Sponsorship Teams.
  • Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Knowledge and skill in design, adhering to brand standards, and an eye for detail.
  • Excellent communication, customer service, and file management skills.
  • Exemplary attention to detail and willingness to ask questions.
  • Ability to execute creative design solutions while keeping with project timelines.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of graphic design experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience developing and executing marketing concepts for a range of mediums.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects and multiple deadlines.
  • Minimum of 4-5 years of relevant work experience as either an in-house designer or at a marketing agency.
  • Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign are a must) and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience working in an environment where adhering to brand standards and guidelines are essential.
  • FLSA

    Exempt

    Full Time / Part Time

    Full Time

    Number of Hours Worked per Week

    Job FTE

    Work Calendar

    Fiscal

    Job Category

    Communication and Marketing

    Benefits Eligible

    Yes - Full Benefits

    Rate of Pay

    53,039 - $66,299

    Compensation Type

    salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

    Grade

    Compensation Guidance

    The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.

    Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields

    The listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture.

    Type of criminal background check required :

    Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

    Number of Vacancies

    Contact Information for Candidates

    Laura Jones

    lajo@arizona.edu

    Open Date

    2 / 27 / 2025

    Open Until Filled

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

    Special Instructions to Applicant

    Please provide work samples or link to current portfolio in the additional document slot.

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    Salary : $53,039 - $66,299

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