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Senior Graphic Designer Job at University of South Carolina in Columbia

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, US, 29228

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Logo:Posting Number:

STA00479PO25

Job Family:

Creative Services

Job Function:

Graphic Design

USC Market Title:

Graphic Designer

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138288

Job Level:

P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title):

Senior Graphic Designer

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

Darla Moore School of Business

Department:

DMSB MARCOM Operations

State Pay Band:

5

Approved Starting Salary:

$45,133

Advertised Salary Range:

$45,133 - $67,699

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

Standard working schedule: 8:30am 5:00pm

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Other Professional

About University of South Carolina:

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 bachelors 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:

The Darla Moore School of Business invites applications for a full-time senior graphic designer. Reporting to the Associate Director of Creative, this position is responsible for assisting the schools marketing and communication efforts through creative and strategic design of promotional materials, graphics and publications for print and online/digital usage.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:

Requires a bachelors degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Good working knowledge of photo-editing software such as Adobe Photoshop
  • Working knowledge of accessibility standards in graphic design and website assets
  • Demonstrated experience with typography and typesetting
  • Experience leading and training designers and projects
  • Demonstrated experience with multi-page layout and publication design
  • Experience designing graphics for social media and the web
  • Experience in higher education
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Demonstrate skills in creative design and website CMS
  • Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Ability to create animated display ads for multiple advertising channels
  • Excellent working knowledge of USC brand standards
  • Experience working with illustrations for custom graphics
  • Detail-oriented with strong internet usage skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office
  • Strong written, oral, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize and successfully meet deadlines meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Creative and versatile, with the ability to take a project from concept to completion with minimal supervision
Job Duty:

The Senior Graphic Designer for the Darla Moore School of Business shares responsibility for assisting the schools marketing and communication efforts through creative and strategic design and production under the direction of the Director of Marketing Communications and Associate Director of Creative Services. Channels will include event ?iers, invites, logos, postcards, posters, mailers, banners, brochures, digital materials, etc. as directed.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

35

Job Duty:

Senior Graphic Designer will coordinate the administrative print production process for MARCOM and and the Darla Moore School of Business, including printing specs, submitting print requests, working with University Printing Services and outside vendors.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Job Duty:

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

5

Job Duty:

In addition to creating website assets, this position will help manage content on the website and serve as a backup Webmaster when the Associate Director of Creative Service is not available.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

20

Job Duty:

Create animated display ads for multiple advertising channels including but not limited to, Google and Bing Display, Facebook, Instragram, and LinkedIn

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Create custom graphics and illustrations for school events and promotions

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Serve as lead designer for accessibility standards with the design elements produced at DMSB.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

5

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:

No

Hazardous weather category:

Non-Essential

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

07/16/2025

Job Open Date:

06/13/2025

Job Close Date:

09/11/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant:

*This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do no need to reapply.

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 11, 2025.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

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/188771

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.


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