North Carolina State University is hiring: Temporary Graphic Designer in Raleigh

Job Overview

Position Information: Temporary Graphic Designer for CALS Communications. This is a contract period position with design, layout, digital and print production responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide design, layout, digital and print production services for CALS Communications on an as-needed basis during the contract period.
• Create visual representations of a client’s ideas using images, symbols, and text for websites, posters, books, magazines, product packaging, and more.
• Place final content and images into a print layout using Adobe InDesign. Adjust layout as necessary to fit content requirements.
• Design for accessibility within InDesign files following best practices.
• Use the Acrobat Accessibility Check tool to verify exported interactive PDF files and resolve accessibility issues, including:
  • Logical reading order
  • Alt-text for figures and images
  • Accessible tables with tagged headers
  • Properly tagged content
  • Obtain proof approvals from Department contacts before finalizing the design project
  • Generate web-friendly or print-ready PDF files depending on project requirements
• Deliverables: Accessible web PDF files, press-quality PDF files, and packaged InDesign files including all linked images.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Work Schedule: 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday (hours vary by project needs).
• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree.
• Department Required Skills: Experience with design programs for print, web and digital.
• Preferred Experience: At least 2 years of experience.
• Valid NC Driver’s License: No
• Commercial Driver’s License: No

Working Title and Classification

Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title: Temporary Graphic Designer

Department and Location

Job City & State: Raleigh, NC

Department: CALS Communication

Compensation and Hiring Details

Anticipated Hiring Range: $33.66/hr

Job Open Date: 09/15/2025

Application and Diversity Information

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/222422

EEO: NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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