What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Graphic Designer
Posting Number
CSA02322P
Department
SDSU-University Marketing & Communications
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
University Marketing and Communications is looking for a Graphic Designer with creative ideas, expansive capacity, excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility to join its creative services team. Creative Services staff regularly collaborate and consult with various campus departments and colleges about their publication and marketing needs. Our award-winning team of graphic designers, photographers and writers understand the university’s needs and can take projects from conception to completion. The Creative Services unit makes the various pieces shine through the creative work of several professional and experienced graphic designers and writers. In addition to magazines and newsletters, the unit designs brochures, display banners, posters, programs, invitations, trailer wraps, wall decals and just about anything else that clients request.
This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Responsibilities: This position is responsible for conception, design and electronic layout of marketing materials for the university, including display banners, view books, newsletters, fact sheets, posters and brochures, social media and web graphics while ensuring a consistent look that represents the university’s brand.
Benefits: SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Graphic design practices;
- Publishing and printing;
- Variable data printing (VDP) and ability to manipulate and apply the client-supplied data to the design layout where required to meet the requirements of VDP application and customer requirements;
- Computer software and systems (Adobe: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, PowerPoint, Macintosh operating systems, and Microsoft Office);
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field, preferred; and
- Experience designing materials for print using CMYK, one- and two-color processes, preferred.
Skill & Ability to:
- Create high-quality products;
- Design electronic layout of print materials;
- Print and prepare proofs;
- Obtain printing bids;
- Establish realistic goals and prioritize work to meet competing deadlines;
- Research, gather information and communicate with clients and coworkers;
- Communicate clearly and concisely, including conveying technical information in layman’s terms;
- Work independently and as part of a team; and
- Troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
Comments: This position is classified as Information Officer, class code 11723.
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
[SE8829; 11723]
Posting Date
03/19/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
04/02/2025
Advertised Salary
$24.75 – 27.84/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
40 hours per week. 8-5 a.m.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
No Requirement
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.
Contact Information
For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.
Salary : $84
