What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer position at Lamar University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number 20113049
Position Title Graphic Designer
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Marketing & Communications
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
This role is primarily office-based with occasional requirements to attend events or capture media at various campus locations. The position involves working on multiple projects with tight deadlines, requiring a high level of organization and flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits
Minimum Qualifications
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
Work Hours
Application Information
Posting Date 01/24/2025
Close Date 04/24/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions
Position Information
Posting Number 20113049
Position Title Graphic Designer
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Marketing & Communications
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
This role is primarily office-based with occasional requirements to attend events or capture media at various campus locations. The position involves working on multiple projects with tight deadlines, requiring a high level of organization and flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities
- Conceptualizes, designs, and implements creative graphics and content, for print and digital media
- Works with a wide range of media with industry-standard design software
- Works as a part of a team with copywriters, photographers, videographers, other designers, web developers and marketing liaisons
- Proofreads and edits copy when necessary
- Builds and keeps track of multiple timelines for various projects at once
- Contributes to team effort by working collaboratively and accepting duties as assigned, incorporating multiple revisions while keeping a keen attention to detail
- Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops; reviewing professional publications and tutorials
- Provides photography for projects when needed
- Experience using Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
- Ability to multitask, work independently and as constructive member of a team
- Creative, detail-oriented, research driven and analytical
- Strong organizational and time management skills with a willingness to be flexible
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good proofreading skills
- Ability to effectively plan and execute short and long-term projects that make efficient use of resources, meet deadlines, and achieve objectives
- Familiarity with print production, with knowledge of printing processes and materials, social media platforms and video and photography equipment
- Familiarity with AP style and copywriting
- Works well with students, faculty and staff at all levels within various collaborative environment
- This position requires sitting for extended periods of time while performing duties as described within the essential functions
- This role is primarily office-based with occasional requirements to attend events or capture media at various campus locations. The position involves working on multiple projects with tight deadlines, requiring a high level of organization and flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance
- State of Texas Retirement plans
- Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
- Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or marketing communications related field
- Understanding of color theory, design principles, typography, and general marketing strategy
- Strong design portfolio demonstrating critical thinking, strong concept development, and the ability to carry a design across several mediums
- Experience working within brand guidelines
- Experience in project management from conception to delivery in a timely manner, on budget and in collaboration with others
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
- 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Work Hours
Application Information
Posting Date 01/24/2025
Close Date 04/24/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions
Salary : $41,809 - $54,352
