Graphic Design Specialist

Designer Jobs; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Health Coverage

Education benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

University Communications & Marketing at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs is seeking a Graphic Design Specialist to produce high-quality print and digital communications and multimedia content. This one-year, full-time, hybrid role supports UCCS brand standards from concept through final production and delivery, collaborating with clients to align designs with strategic goals.

You will manage multiple projects, perform desktop publishing, and stay current with industry trends to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience in graphic design or multimedia design, including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience working with clients or stakeholders to develop design solutions.
• Portfolio demonstrating relevant work is encouraged and will be required after phone interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide print and digital design support for university initiatives.
• Develop creative solutions that advance UCCS communication objectives.
• Research, design, and produce high-quality printed and digital materials including flyers, advertisements, invitations, annual reports, event programs.
• Create multimedia content for print and digital paid media across platforms.
• Ensure materials align with brand standards and maintain consistency between digital and print.
• Collaborate with cross-discipline teams to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Handle production and preflight of print-ready artwork using relevant design tools.
• Attend client meetings to determine needs and refine concepts.

Skills

Print design

Digital design

Multimedia content

Client collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Lightroom

Canva

Job description

Join University Communications & Marketing at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. This hybrid Graphic Design Specialist role supports UCCS strategic goals by producing high-quality print and digital communications and creating multimedia content that helps strengthen the university’s brand with prospective students, alumni, donors, and other key constituents.

In this one-year, full-time position, you will help deliver effective marketing and communications materials aligned with UCCS brand standards and visual design guidelines, from concept through final production and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide print and digital design support for university communications and marketing initiatives.
• Develop creative solutions that advance UCCS strategic communication objectives and promote a positive image of UCCS.
• Research, design, and produce high-quality printed and electronic communications materials, including flyers, advertisements, invitations, annual reports, event programs, and other on-demand assets.
• Create multimedia content that supports the university’s mission, including design and production of final artwork for print and digital paid media across multiple platforms and formats.
• Ensure all materials align with UCCS brand standards and visual design guidelines, maintaining consistency between digital and print.
• Create concepts and design plans that support university strategic communication goals across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.
• Handle production and preflight of print-ready artwork, ensuring proper sizing, resolution, formatting, and technical specifications using relevant design tools.
• Attend client meetings as necessary to determine communication needs, then research, develop, present, and refine concepts based on client objectives and audience needs.
• Collaborate with cross-discipline teams and clients to develop integrated multimedia projects while managing competing priorities and workloads.
• Iterate on design work with direction, feedback, and constructive criticism, staying within established brand standards and communication objectives.
• Communicate project requirements, timelines, revisions, and deliverables with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting established deadlines, priorities, and quality standards.
• Support reusable resources by assisting with templates, digital assets, and other communications materials.
• Organize and maintain design files and digital assets in accordance with established file and digital asset management practices.
• Utilize current industry standards, design trends, and technical knowledge to create effective communications materials.
• Perform desktop publishing and graphic design support for university staff and departments, as needed.
• Incorporate photography and photo-editing techniques into design projects as appropriate.
• Maintain awareness of emerging design tools, technologies, industry standards, and trends to support continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the University Marketing and Communications team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Professional experience in graphic design, multimedia design, or a related field, including Adobe Creative Suite use: InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Professional experience working with clients or stakeholders to develop and execute design solutions.
• A portfolio demonstrating relevant graphic design and multimedia work is encouraged with the application and will be required upon phone interview.

Technology

• InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Canva
• Adobe Creative Suite and other graphic design/interactive software as appropriate

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: comprehensive medical plans covering preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit; affordable dental and vision plans; competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: health savings, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance; retirement options.
• Further Your Education: twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus.
• Wellness & More: wellness programs and various additional benefits through CU Advantage.

Schedule: Full-time. Work location: On-Site/Hybrid.

Salary range: $44,567 - $57,506 per year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Position Term

This is a one-year full-time position within University Communications & Marketing. Continuation beyond the one-year is not guaranteed and would be subject to university needs, funding, and applicable hiring processes.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority application date: October 11, 2026
• Potential interview dates: October 14, 2026 - October 23, 2026
• Potential start date: November 1, 2026

Misconduct History Check

UCCS has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. All final candidates are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.