Visual Communications Designer for Research Initiatives

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Visual Communications & Digital Design Consultant at UMKC leads hands-on creation of high-impact visual and digital materials to support NSF CMC Engine and UMKC Office of Strategic Initiatives. Responsibilities include presentation design, graphic content, website updates, social media content, and branding across multi-channel campaigns, while maintaining accessibility and university standards.

This grant-funded role requires timely delivery, strong portfolio, and ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Strong portfolio in graphic design and digital content production.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with website content management systems and WordPress.

Responsibilities

• Create polished PowerPoint presentations from outlines and data.
• Design graphics, diagrams, infographics, and other visuals.
• Develop and maintain CMS pages and website content.
• Create social media graphics and content calendars.
• Maintain branding and digital assets across channels.
• Manage multiple design requests and meet deadlines.

Skills

Graphic design

PowerPoint design

Social media content creation

Branding

Project management

Content production

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The Visual Communications & Digital Design Consultant at UMKC leads hands-on creation of high-impact visual and digital materials to support NSF CMC Engine and UMKC Office of Strategic Initiatives. Responsibilities include presentation design, graphic content, website updates, social media content, and branding across multi-channel campaigns, while maintaining accessibility and university standards.

This grant-funded role requires timely delivery, strong portfolio, and ability to manage multiple