Penn State University seeks a Graphic Design Specialist for the Office of Development Communications to support fundraising and marketing with print and digital design, multimedia production, and accessibility-focused delivery.
Responsibilities
- Design, edit, and produce graphic art, visual communications, and multimedia for promotional, advertising, educational, and administrative uses
- Create and manipulate graphic images, illustrations, and photography into integrated multimedia solutions across print and digital platforms
- Design, develop, and update websites and landing pages, and other digital communications using current accessibility and user experience best practices
- Collaborate with stakeholders, subject matter experts, content authors, and project teams to ensure visual and multimedia solutions align with institutional objectives, messaging, and mission
- Create proofs, prototypes, mock‑ups, and wireframes to communicate design concepts and support project development
- Contribute to creative direction, planning, production, and quality review for video and audio content
- Design and develop presentation materials, templates, branding assets, and communication tools for promotional, developmental, operational, and administrative purposes
- Maintain consistency with established branding, visual identity, style guides, and communication standards
- Review, revise, and update existing multimedia and graphic products for accuracy, relevance, quality, and effectiveness
- Research and apply emerging design trends, technologies, tools, and best practices to improve communication and user engagement
- Support compliance with accessibility requirements, contractual obligations, copyright requirements, confidentiality and privacy policies, and applicable organizational standards and guidelines
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of graphic design principles, visual communication strategies, and user-centered design
- Understanding of current design technologies for print, digital, video, web, and social media visual and multimedia production
- Proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, plus experience with Adobe Premiere
- Understanding of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint and excel, as well as OneDrive/SharePoint
- Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for students and colleagues
- Proven ability to self-motivate and work independently and in a team
- Commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
Technologies
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- excel
- OneDrive/SharePoint
Minimum Education & Experience
- Associate degree and 2+ years of relevant experience (Graphic Design Specialist - Intermediate Professional); or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
- Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience (Graphic Design Specialist - Advanced Professional); or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Salary & Location
- Location: University Park, PA (onsite)
- Salary range: USD 54,060 - 86,400 per yearly
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time
- 75% tuition discount (available to employees and eligible spouses and children)
Position Specifics
- Role supports graphic design and multimedia production within the Office of Development Communications for fundraising communications and marketing objectives
Flexible Work
- DDAR supports flexible work arrangements when aligned with the unit's ability to meet essential needs
- Questions about flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process