Senior Graphic Designer
The University of Texas at Arlington

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S05826P

Position Title:

Senior Graphic Designer

UTSystem Title:

Sr. Graphic Designer

Department:

Athletics

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Athletics

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Standard

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday; 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM

• Some nights and weekends.

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

Graphic design management and oversight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage all graphic design projects that support the department's brand strategy. These projects include but not limited to:
  • Sales collateral, advertising pieces, brand strategy components, marketing projects, website graphics and banners, social media graphics and special projects as assigned.

• Will work with direct report on developing graphic design solutions for all sales and branding strategies, and will assume the lead on all project timelines and deadline execution deliverables.
• Assist in the creative process of developing and executing marketing campaigns through design components.
• Oversee one to two student-assistant graphic designers with design assistance, project implementation and execution.
• Maintain and update brand guidelines and style mandates for the department in accordance with the university policy.
• Serves as quality control for brand specifications and proof reading for all projects.
• Establish and develop relationships with outside vendors and production teams to ensure good partnerships.
• Oversees social media graphic strategies, working with communication and marketing team.
• Will be responsible for overseeing one (1) or two (2) student employees that will assist in all graphic projects.
• Will create a systematic process for design projects that enable direct reports to understand timeline, production schedule, project overview and oversight.
• Collaborate with the sponsorship team to assist in meeting client expectations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (1) ore more years of related experience in graphic design.
• High energy and creativity with great attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years progressive design experience in athletics, sales, or marketing setting.
• Experience with Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, and/or After Effects.
• Experience in college athletics as a student-athlete, student coach, student employee in athletics or sports information.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent graphic design/software skills in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to exhibit diplomacy and tact while protecting confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and be a motivated self-starter.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadline schedule.
• Excellent communication skills and service minded.
• Ability to have the vision of graphic campaigns that meet sales or other measures of accountability for success.

Working Conditions:

• General office space that is shared.
• Minimal outdoor activity.

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Maximum Number of References Accepted:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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