Graphic Designer

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reduction for employee and I2%

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking a Graphic Designer to develop compelling visual communications that strengthen brand identity and engage audiences across print, digital, social, and multimedia platforms.

Under the Associate Director of Marketing while supporting Student Unions and Parking & Transportation, you will produce high-volume assets, ensure accessibility and brand consistency, and collaborate with teams to deliver visually engaging storytelling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning required.
• Three years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience in digital and print production, including processing and editing.
• Motion graphics, illustration, or basic video editing experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality assets across print, digital, environmental, presentation, social media, advertising, email, and web channels.
• Collaborate on visual development for marketing campaigns, translating objectives into concepts.
• Apply and reinforce brand standards across platforms.
• Research and incorporate emerging design trends and best practices to drive innovation.
• Prepare production-ready files and manage assets for print and digital distribution.
• Demonstrate reliability in project documentation and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.

Skills

Accessibility knowledge

UX concepts

Typography & layout

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Bridge

Acrobat

Job description

Graphic Designer

Position Highlights

The Graphic Designer is responsible for the development and creation of compelling visual communications that strengthen brand identity, advance university priorities, and engage a wide range of audiences across print, digital, social, and other multimedia platforms. Working under the direct supervision of Associate Director of Marketing while supporting the Student Unions and Parking & Transportation departments, this position serves as a key contributor to the development and execution of university-branded visual communications, partnering with colleagues and leaders across the organization to provide design expertise, visual storytelling, and creative solutions. The role is responsible for executing high-volume graphic design production work for print and digital distribution, including preparing production-ready files and collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure all deliverables meet standards for brand consistency, accessibility, usability, technical accuracy, and production quality while maintaining awareness of user experience best practices and emerging industry trends.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

Graphic Design
and Creative Execution:

• Design and
  produce high-quality creative assets across print, digital, environmental,
  presentation, social media, advertising, email, and web channels.
• Collaborate on
  visual development for strategic marketing and communications campaigns,
  translating organizational objectives into compelling visual concepts.
• Apply and
  reinforce brand standards while identifying opportunities to evolve and
  strengthen visual identity across platforms.
• Research,
  identify and incorporate emerging design trends, technologies, and best
  practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Design
Collaboration and Content Development:

• Partner with
  cross-functional teams to understand project goals, audience insights, and
  develop design solutions that achieve measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate
  with internal and external partners to create integrated, cohesive storytelling
  experiences.

Graphic
Production, Asset Management and Distribution:

• Prepare,
  organize, and manage production-ready design files and creative assets for
  print and digital distribution, ensuring technical accuracy, accessibility,
  quality standards, and alignment with project requirements.

Project Management:

• Demonstrate
  reliability in maintaining detailed project documentation in project management
  software and keeping records current.
• Dependably
  oversee multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards
  and consistently meeting deadlines.

Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of
  accessibility standards and inclusive design best practices.
• Advanced
  knowledge in Mac-based software such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator,
  Bridge and Acrobat.
• Advanced
  knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Familiarity
  with web design principles, user experience concepts, and content management
  systems.
• Skilled in
  graphic and visual design such as layout composition, hierarchy, balance,
  identify, color theory, and typography.
• Strong
  portfolio demonstrating creative excellence and execution across a variety of
  projects.
• Detail oriented
  with excellent communication, presentation, collaboration, and project
  management skills.
• Ability
  to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's
  degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level
  experience required.
• Three (3) years
  of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work
  experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in digital and print production, including processing and editing using digital editing systems.
• Experience contributing to integrated brand campaigns and multi-channel marketing initiatives.
• Motion graphics, illustration, or basic video editing experience.
• Prior experience in a higher education, research, or healthcare organization.

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Communication and Marketing

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$53,039 - $66,299

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

7

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Multimedia

Job Function

Communications & Marketing

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

11/23/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

[e-mail]

Open Date

10/27/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].