Graphic Designer

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is seeking a Graphic Designer to support the Institutional Advancement team with pre-press graphic design for college publications and campaigns. The role includes collaborating on layouts, ensuring brand consistency, and supporting events and special projects.

The position requires strong design skills, proficiency in Creative Suite, and the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Proficient in all Creative Suite design software.
• Demonstrated page layout and design skills.
• Able to format print-ready files for ads, posters, catalogs, annual reports.
• Familiarity with Windows OS and networked environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Portfolio review.
• Photography skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform graphic design, page layout and related duties as assigned.
• Coordinate development of project layout and design with other team members.
• Assist in the creation of marketing, creative, communications and digital campaigns.
• Assist with the creation of general marketing and public relations materials.
• Transform rough ideas into actions, projects and completed products.
• Assist web services with graphic support as requested.
• Ensure all projects meet brand standards and materials are consistent.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Maintain an archival system.
• Participate in departmental planning and achievement of institutional commitments.
• Evaluate industry and market status to ensure relevant projects and branding.
• Represent Institutional Advancement with excellent customer service.
• Assist with special events as assigned.
• Maintain working relationships with college personnel, students and community.

Skills

Graphic design

Page layout

Multi-project management

Branding

Photography

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying to the opening.

The Graphic Designer is a member of the Institutional Advancement team and assists with the creation and delivery of pre-press graphic design services for college print and electronic publications. The Graphic Designer also provides support for special projects and events as directed by the Associate Vice President of Advancement.

Job Duties

• Perform graphic design, page layout and related duties as assigned.
• Coordinate development of project layout and design with other team members.
• Assist in the creation of all marketing, creative, communications and digital campaigns.
• Assist with the creation of general marketing and public relations materials.
• Transform rough ideas and general concepts into actions, projects and completed products.
• Assist web services with graphic support as requested.
• Ensure that all projects and campaigns meet brand standards and that materials are consistent.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Maintain an accurate and complete archival system.
• Participate in the departmental planning and achievement of college institutional commitments.
• Evaluate current status of industry and the market to ensure delivery of relevant and useful projects, messages or branding.
• Represent the Institutional Advancement department with courtesy, respect and commitment to excellent customer service.
• Assist with special events as assigned.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with college personnel, students and the community.
• Process telephone calls internally and externally in an effective and timely manner.
• Upgrade skills level and performance through professional development.
• Demonstrate exceptional adherence to work schedules and office hours and be available lo work a flexible work schedule as needed.
• Adhere to all College policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President of Institutional Advancement.

Mandatory Qualifications

• (M1) Associate degree in a related field or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• (M2) Skilled in all Creative Suite design software.
• (M3) Demonstrated page layout and design skills.
• (M4) Able to format print-ready files for consumer and trade pub ads, outdoor, posters, newspaper, catalog, and annual reports.
• (M5) Familiarity with the Windows operating system and ability to work in a networked environment.
• (M6) Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• (M7) Portfolio review.
• (M8) Photography skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• (D1) Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or 10 years of equivalent experience.
• (D2) Brand campaign concept and development experience.
• (D3) Experience in Web-based graphic design.
• (D4) Prior work experience in marketing or advertising.

EEO/Compliance

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address [e-mail].

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification

Classification Staff

Open Date

Open Date 09/10/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/23/2026

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):

Sherri Carr Smith
Associate Vice President of Advancement
District Office
[e-mail]
601-928-6205