Senior Multimedia Designer

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a Senior Multimedia Designer to lead the design, production, and execution of creative assets for the Annual Giving and Donor Experience department. You will create print, email, digital advertising, web, and other digital communications that support fundraising and donor engagement.

Reporting to the Director of Creative Services, you will collaborate with university partners and vendors to deliver brand-compliant visuals that enhance user experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia design, visual communications, digital media, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit fundraising, annual giving, or marketing and communications.
• Experience designing assets for email marketing, print production, paid digital advertising, websites, social media, and campaign-based fundraising.
• Experience with CRM email builders, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, web content tools, and print vendors.
• Experience with project management tools, like JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, production, and execution of creative assets for annual giving campaigns.
• Develop brand-compliant visuals for print, email, digital ads, and web.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to align with fundraising and donor engagement strategies.

Skills

Graphic design

Multimedia design

Branding

Print production

Digital marketing

Email marketing

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Web content tools

Print vendors

JIRA

Job description

Senior Multimedia Designer

Department: DEV Annual Giving

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

Under limited supervision, reporting to the Director of Creative Services and Data Strategies (Director), the Senior Multimedia Designer is responsible for leading the design, production, and execution of creative assets for the Annual Giving and Donor Experience department. This position serves as the primary designer for print, email, digital advertising, web, and other digital communications that support annual giving, donor engagement, donor experience, and constituent marketing strategies. The Senior Multimedia Designer develops compelling, brand-compliant visual materials that strengthen fundraising performance, improve user experience, and enhance engagement with alumni, donors, parents, students, and friends of the university. The Senior Multimedia Designer collaborates closely with the Annual Giving Programs and Unit Strategy team, Donor Experience team, University Development partners, Advancement Services, Printing Services, and University Communications and Marketing to deliver high-quality multimedia assets across multiple platforms. This position translates fundraising and marketing goals into effective visual storytelling and digital experiences, ensuring that all creative output is audience-centered, accessible, timely, and aligned with university brand standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, multimedia design, visual communications, digital media, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit fundraising, annual giving, or marketing and communications.
• Demonstrated experience designing creative assets for email marketing, print production, paid digital advertising, websites, social media, and campaign-based fundraising communications.
• Experience working with CRM email builders, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, web content tools, and print vendors preferred.
• Experience with project management tools, like JIRA.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of graphic design, multimedia design, visual storytelling, layout, typography, digital marketing creative, and print production processes.
• Strong knowledge of creative best practices for fundraising, email marketing, digital advertising, websites, and donor-facing communications.
• Conceptualize and execute compelling print and digital materials with clear calls to action and audience-specific messaging. Knowledge of accessibility standards, brand management, and user experience best practices.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, alumni, donors, students, volunteers, vendors, and university partners. Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to quality and accuracy.

Job Close Date

09/22/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 22, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.