Graphic Designer 80805

St. Charles Community College; Cottleville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Missouri is seeking a talented Graphic Designer and Lead Photographer to join their creative team. In this dual role, you will design marketing materials and serve as the primary photographer, responsible for capturing the visual essence of the college. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in professional design and photography, a strong portfolio, and expert skills in Adobe Creative Suite. Flexibility for photography shoots during evenings or weekends is essential.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of professional experience in graphic design and photography.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design and photography skills.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce marketing materials like flyers and brochures.
• Create graphics for social media and web interfaces.
• Act as primary photographer, capturing diverse subjects and events.
• Manage post-production editing and archiving of photos.
• Diverse Subjects: Capture live events, headshots, high-energy athletics, and facilities.
• Flexible Scheduling: Manage shoots that may occur during evenings or weekends depending on event schedules.
• Post-Production: Direct the editing and archiving of all photographic assets.

Skills

Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite

Photography

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

Position Summary

We are seeking a versatile and creative professional to join our team in a dual role as a Graphic Designer and Lead Photographer. This position is split between high-level design production and serving as the primary photographer for SCC. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing a wide range of marketing collateral while capturing the visual essence of our organization through professional photography.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the organizational mastery to balance studio shoots with tight design deadlines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collateral Creation: Design and produce diverse marketing materials, including flyers, brochures, banners, direct mail, and large-format signage.
• Digital Assets: Create engaging graphics for social media platforms and web interfaces.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all visual content aligns with brand standards and organizational goals.

Photography

• Lead Visuals: Act as the primary photographer for the team, maintaining a high standard of visual storytelling.
• Diverse Subjects: Capture live events, professional headshots, high-energy athletics, and facilities.
• Flexible Scheduling: Manage shoots that may occur during evenings or weekends depending on event schedules.
• Post-Production: Direct the editing and archiving of all photographic assets.

Required Skills and Abilities

Technical Requirements

• Expert Proficiency: Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• Multimedia Bonus: Experience with Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro is highly desirable.
• Portfolio: A strong, diverse portfolio demonstrating excellence in both graphic design and professional photography is required.

Professional Strengths

• Organization: Exceptional planning skills to manage multiple projects from concept to completion.
• Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and subjects during photoshoots.
• Adaptability: Comfortable pivoting between artistic direction and technical production in a high-pressure setting.

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design is preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in both design and photography roles.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer