Tomorrow needs smart design—and so do we. Michigan Tech is hiring a Graphic Designer to join our award-winning creative team. We’re looking for a bold, strategic designer with a sharp eye and a love for great design. Someone who sweats the small stuff but dreams big. Someone who’s ready to bring Michigan Tech’s brand to life in ways that are both beautiful and effective.
As a Graphic Designer on our University Marketing and Communications (UMC) team, you’ll work across mediums—especially in print—to support student recruitment and elevate Michigan Tech’s reputation. From viewbooks and brochures to postcards, magazines, signage, and event collateral, you’ll create smart, polished work that moves people.
You’ll collaborate closely with writers, photographers, videographers, and project managers to bring ideas to life. You’ll join brainstorms, pitch concepts, and have opportunities to flex your skills across digital, web, and motion if that’s your strength.
This is an on-campus role at one of the nation’s leading public research universities, located in Michigan’s stunning Keweenaw Peninsula. Our team works hard, thinks strategically, and takes pride in creating work that makes a difference.
Applicants must include a link to an online portfolio to be considered.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute high-impact print materials (viewbooks, brochures, magazines, signage, events).
- Apply and evolve brand standards in innovative, effective ways.
- Collaborate with cross-functional creative teams.
- Support student recruitment and institutional storytelling with strategic, audience-focused design.
- Manage multiple projects from concept through production.
- Prepare artwork for press/digital output and coordinate with vendors.
- Stay current on design trends and bring fresh ideas to the table.
- Requirements
- Associate’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years professional print design experience in a corporate, in-house, or agency setting.
- Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Strong grasp of layout, typography, color, and print production.
- Clear communicator, organized, and deadline-driven.
- Portfolio that demonstrates excellence in print and brand consistency.
- Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years experience.
- Background in higher ed or agency environment.
- Experience with illustration, motion graphics, or creating accessible documents.
Why Michigan Tech?
Michigan Technological University is a flagship public research institution recognized for its rigorous academics, hands-on learning, and commitment to solving real-world problems. Surrounded by forests, lakes, and trails, our campus is home to a tight-knit, hardworking, and adventurous community.
At Michigan Tech, tomorrow isn’t just something we dream about. It’s something we design.