Graphic Designer

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); Remote; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a part-time Marketing Materials Designer to conceptualize, create, and produce marketing collateral for print and digital formats. You will collaborate with a team of staff and students to meet project timelines within our content management system.

Responsibilities include designing materials, coordinating with clients, preparing print-ready files, and coordinating with related disciplines to fulfill orders while managing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow directions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of basic layout, design principles, typography and illustration.
• Basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Teams, Word and Outlook).
• Ability to create materials that adhere to design guidelines and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design marketing materials for print and digital collateral.
• Correspond with clients to ensure designs meet their needs within timelines.
• Prepare files for print and oversee printing and deployment.
• Collaborate with other disciplines within Union Marketing to complete orders.
• Manage timelines and multiple projects.

Skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Layout skills

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Adherence to guidelines

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Acrobat

Microsoft Teams

Word

Outlook

Job description

This position works to conceptualize, create and produce marketing materials within an agency setting. Working with a team of professional and student staff to handle project timelines using our content management system.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Design marketing materials for print and digital collateral.
• Correspond and meet with clients so designs are completed to their needs while adhering to Union Marketing’s timeline.
• Prepare files for print and oversee/assist with printing and deployment.
• Work with other disciplines inside Union Marketing to complete orders.
• Manage timelines and multiple projects.

Supervision Required

No, this position does not supervise others

Yes, this position supervises others for less than 50% of the time

Yes, this position supervises others for more than 50% of the time

Qualifications (Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Ability to read and follow directions, work under deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of basic layout skills, design principles, typography and illustration.
• Basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Teams, Word and Outlook).
• Ability to create materials that adhere to design guidelines and standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 20 pounds
• Able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours

Working Conditions & Environmental Factors

• Sitting for long periods of time.

Hours/Scheduling

• Approximate hours per week: 10-25
• Part-Time, Temporary
• Academic year, with potential for working over breaks depending on volume.

Location

Fully Remote

Position of Trust

NO -not a Position of Trust

YES (POTY) - position has unsupervised access to Property or has Financial/Fiduciary responsibilities. Doesnothave access to Vulnerable Populations. (CBC Required)

YES (POT4) - position hasunsupervised access to Vulnerable Populations, that is, minors [that are not enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a UW institution](CBC Required every 4 years)

YES (POT2) - Individual resides on university property due to position requirementsANDhasunsupervised access to Vulnerable Populations, that is, minors [that are not enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a UW institution](CBC Required every 2 years)

Panther Edge Competencies – Learning Outcomes

Critical Thinking

Equity and Inclusion

Community Engagement

Tech Savviness

Self-Reflective Lifelong Learning

Check at least two of the competencies above and describe how they are developed through this position (Please visit SET’s website for more information):

• Critical thinking is developed through creative ideation for projects, designing materials, editing based on client feedback, and project management.
• Communication is developed through external correspondents with clients regarding projects, and internal communications with our team p to keep our workflow running smoothly.