Graphic Designer

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia's Mizzou Marketing team is seeking a graphic designer to join our in-person creative group. You will produce brand collateral and multi-channel campaigns, collaborating with a skilled team.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor?s degree with at least 3 years of experience; 5+ years and expertise in branding, motion graphics, photography or illustration are preferred. Salary range is $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience.
• 5+ years of graphic design experience preferred.
• Experience with environmental branding, motion graphics, photography, content creation or illustration.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design and produce creative across print collateral, digital advertising and brand materials.
• Interpret briefs and incorporate feedback from leadership or clients.
• Collaborate with the creative team to deliver assets and maintain professional communication.
• Ensure consistent application of the university's brand guidelines across designs and maintain high quality.
• Stay updated on design trends and tools to bring fresh ideas to the team.

Skills

Graphic design

Branding

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview: Mizzou Marketing seeks a graphic designer to join our creative team! This person will play a vital role in the execution, delivery and continuous improvement of our multi-channel campaign work and brand collateral. The ideal candidate is a highly self-motivated and experienced designer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. This position is in-person only.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conceptualize and Design: Ideate, design and produce creative that may include, but is not limited to, print collateral, digital advertising, out-of-home advertising, executive presentations and more.
2. Take Direction and Incorporate Feedback: Comprehend and interpret client briefs, leadership directions, and task instructions. Revise creative to ensure alignment with feedback received from leadership or client.
3. Collaborative Work: Collaborate with the creative team led by the Associate Director of Creative Strategy to conceptualize assets and deliverables. Consistently follow team processes and communicate clearly with professionalism.
4. Brand Stewardship and Quality Control: Ensure consistent application of the university's brand guidelines across creative team designs to maintain brand integrity and recognition. Review design deliverables, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and align with project objectives.
5. Stay Updated: Keep up with design and higher-ed industry and retail industry trends, design tools and technologies to enhance your skills and bring fresh ideas to the team.

Shift

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in graphic design or related field.
• Experience with environmental branding, motion graphics, photography, content creation or illustration.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Grade: GGS 010

University Title: Senior Strategic Communications Associate

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Cover letter and design portfolio (both are required)

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Other Information

As the Mizzou Marketing team, we are stewards of the Mizzou brand. We share the story of 180+ years of education, research, outreach and inclusive excellence, proudly moving forward a name recognized around the world.

As part of the University of Missouri's Division of Marketing and Communications, we manage Mizzou's brand awareness efforts and campaigns for undergraduate enrollment, on-campus initiatives, Mizzou Online and University of Missouri System projects, and provide marketing support for Mizzou's business operations units. We also contribute to web development, executive communications, digital publications and Mizzou Visual Productions projects.

We love Mizzou and what we do. Be prepared to join a fast-paced, positive and supportive team who gets things done.

Learn more at: https://marcom.missouri.edu/marketing

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.