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Graphic Designer
Office of Marketing and Creative Services
Vacancy Number 301012
Position Type: Regular, full-time exempt position with full, competitive benefits package
Opens: 09/06/19 Closes: Open Until Filled
Salary: $44,000 - $47,155
In October 2019, we stopped accepting applications and removed this vacancy announcement from our website. Position was open until filled, and applications received by September 23, 2019 received priority consideration.
The graphic designer is responsible for bringing the UB brand to life through the work of the Office of Marketing and Creative Services. Reporting to the art director, the graphic designer manages a substantial workload of both internal and external design projects in support of the University’s student recruitment and marketing efforts.
We look forward to receiving your required electronic application with a cover letter and resume and learning about your interest in and qualifications for our vacancy. Please save your required cover letter and resume as one document and attach it in the resume location.
This position is responsible for conceptualizing, presenting, executing and managing print projects such as brochures, postcards, invitations, posters, flyers and multipage publications as well as electronic/web-based projects such as invitations, social media ads, digital publications and web pages/websites. These materials are all part of the University’s consistent branding and strategic communications, for which the audiences include current/prospective students, UB staff, faculty, alumni, donors and other key constituencies. This position is also responsible for managing any recruitment- and retention-focused video projects, including but not limited to video interviews, campus tour videos, event presentations and virtual tours. The graphic designer role is self-sufficient and demonstrates initiative, has the ability to learn new skills independently and is able to juggle and prioritize multiple projects of varying scope within aggressive deadlines. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are crucial, as are creativity and acute attention to detail.
Key Functions/Responsibilities/Tasks
Lead in the design and production of selected University student recruitment publications (such as brochures, posters, postcards, etc.) dedicated to undergraduate and graduate programs in arts and sciences, public affairs, business and law.
Produce, oversee and project-manage all video projects involving this office; shoot and edit video, develop creative solutions, manage production schedules, research best practices and current video trends, identify the appropriate media platforms and needs, coordinate with and manage freelance videographers, secure and prepare talent, facilitate script creation and lead editing efforts.
Communicate with project managers, clients and other marketing staff to deliver projects on schedule, within budget and according to internal standards and processes.
Produce and prepare prepress files for print publications as well as digital content.
Create and manage production schedules, address client feedback and identify additional needs and solutions as projects progress.
Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.
Required Education and Experience
Education: Baccalaureate degree in design, fine art or related field/discipline
Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience as a professional graphic designer. Demonstrated skill in video production.
Preferred Experience
Experience in designing for higher education or related field. Web content management system, HTML and CSS skills. Photography skills.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Advanced knowledge and experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Adobe Premiere, to produce high-end publications and digital video
• Knowledge of the offset printing process and preparing files correctly for press
• Advanced understanding of the impact of design decisions (stock, ink, format choices) on printing processes, cost and schedule
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills; ability to multitask, prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience in efficient execution of print and/online projects from concept development to completion.
• Team player with excellent follow-through and communication skills and ability to work with various personalities
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to add creative input on projects for which the whole team is responsible
• Ability to work under the creative direction of others and to take the lead on assigned projects while exercising independent thinking
• A strong design portfolio that demonstrates mastery of skills in the following areas:
conceptual development, video production, typography, multipage publications, print design (illustrating an understanding of offset printing processes as well as stock and ink selection), digital design solutions and attention to detail.
The University of Baltimore ("UB" or "University") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices. UB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.
We appreciate your interest in our recruitment. Please review the information below before you visit http://www.ubalt.edu/candidate_gateway/erecruit.html to apply.
We need to receive your electronic application in our system by the vacancy closing date in order to consider you for the vacancy. Information follows about submitting the electronic application and attaching your cover letter and resume.
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Please read and print the information below before you apply, and refer to it as you enter your application.
NAVIGATION
A - COVER LETTER AND RESUME ATTACHMENT AND UPLOAD
Before you apply:
• Save a single PDF or Word file with your cover letter, resume, and any additional information you would like to have considered.
When you apply:
•In Candidate Gateway: Click “Browse” to access the Word or PDF document you saved with all of your documents.
•Then, click “Upload” to attach it.
•Click “Continue” to continue the application process.
B - ENTER DATA ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES:
Each page shows this display:
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above and below the required data for the four categories shown above.
Click “Save” to save the data you entered on that page. The message “You have successfully submitted your job application.” confirms only that you entered that page of information into the system. You must click “Next” to continue and complete the entire application process.
1. Current and Prior Employment/Work Experience:
•Enter employment information relevant to your position of interest.
•You can use the first day of the month wherever dates are required.
•After you enter your work experience, click “Save,” then click “Next.”
2. Education/Education History and References:
•Use the dropdown to enter your highest education level. Entering this information is required.
•Then, only college and university information is required. Click the plus sign to the left of the “Postsecondary Education” link to enter that information.
•For country, enter USA or click the hourglass to select another country.
•You can use the first day of the month wherever dates are required.
•Click the plus sign to the left of "References" to enter two professional references.
•After you enter your education information and references, click “Save,” then click “Next.”
3. How did you find out about us/how did you find out about the job?
•After you enter this information, click “Save,” then click “Next.”
4. Online Questionnaire/Application Questionnaire: Answer the questions requiring a yes or no response. After you answer them, click “Submit.” This leads you to the Submit Online Application page.
C – SUBMIT ONLINE APPLICATION
To apply for your selected job: When you reach the “Submit Online Application” page shown below, you must click “I agree to these terms” and then click the “Submit” button at the end of the screen. After you click “Submit,” then you will see this information at the top of your screen:
My Applications
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Baltimore. HR will process your application documents for the search committee’s consideration.
Note: This screen will also show additional information about the selection process and Office of Human Resources contact information.
Questions/Help
If you have trouble viewing our job postings or applying for the vacancy, contact ubhrcareers@ubalt.edu for assistance.
TO APPLY:
External applicants: Review the vacancy announcement at http://www.ubalt.edu/candidate_gateway/erecruit.html and click the external applicant link to apply.
Internal applicants (students taking classes at UB and current employees) with login and password for MyUB: use the internal applicant link, log into My UB, then click the “View or Apply for Job Positions” link on the left.
UB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.
- Never use the Internet Explorer “Back” and “Forward” arrows to navigate. You will lose the information you have submitted.
- To navigate between pages, use the “Next,” “Previous,” and “Return to Previous Page” buttons.
- Use the “Save” button to save your information so you can return to it later and complete your application. Using “Save” does not complete the process to apply for a job opening.
UB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.
The University of Baltimore ("UB" or "University") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices.