Winthrop University
Winthrop University is hiring: Designer in Rock Hill
Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC, US, 29732
Posting Details
Position Information
Winthrop Position Title
Designer
State Title
Graphics Manager I
State Class Code
BG10
State Pay Band
05
Annual Salary/Hiring Range
$49,675 - $58,441; actual salary depends on qualifications
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Senior Designer and collaborating with campus partners, the Designer is responsible for conceptualizing cross-media campaigns, coordinating strategies for attracting new students and donors, effectively positioning the university, and designing and overseeing production of print and web-based projects aimed at increasing enrollment, supporting fundraising, and boosting the university's local, regional and national visibility.
Required Qualifications
Travel/Overtime Requirements
License/Certification
Type of Position
Classified
Position Status
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours Per Week
37.5
Months per Year
12
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026017S
Open Date
09/18/2025
Close Date
10/06/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE
* A resume will not be reviewed to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications outlined in the job vacancy notice (posting).
* Responses to supplemental questions are considered part of the application; failure to respond will result in disqualification.
NOTICE
Position Information
Winthrop Position Title
Designer
State Title
Graphics Manager I
State Class Code
BG10
State Pay Band
05
Annual Salary/Hiring Range
$49,675 - $58,441; actual salary depends on qualifications
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Senior Designer and collaborating with campus partners, the Designer is responsible for conceptualizing cross-media campaigns, coordinating strategies for attracting new students and donors, effectively positioning the university, and designing and overseeing production of print and web-based projects aimed at increasing enrollment, supporting fundraising, and boosting the university's local, regional and national visibility.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Design.
- At least two years of experience in design, production and/or graphic arts.
- Proficiency with Macintosh-based graphics software, including Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience in digital and freehand illustration, digital photography and videography, PSD, TIF, JPG and raw files, and designing for the web.
- Experience managing digital files and fonts.
- Experience troubleshooting the Macintosh operating system.
- Familiarity with environmental design helpful.
- Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite for printing and web graphics.
- Knowledge of offset sheet-fed and web press printing, digital four-color process printing, and conventional and digital graphics production techniques.
- Working knowledge of marketing and brand management.
- Knowledge of photography and ability to take pictures and shoot video a major plus.
- Working knowledge of digital pre-press and bindery processes.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Proven creative abilities and imagination.
- Ability to work independently and successfully manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with production team, university community and vendors.
- Serves as independent creative, creative collaborator and production designer:
- Conceptualizes, designs and produces or reproduces publication campaigns and projects related to the university's strategic goals.
- Uses Macintosh-based graphics software to create comprehensive proofs and pre-press ready digital art.
- Collaborates with office and divisional staff as a team member of creative services and as an individual creative.
- Envisions and executes communication strategies for on-campus clients:
- Determines project specifications, performs research and ensures information flow/timely progress on projects.
- Completes projects to specifications and within university and departmental policies/procedures.
- Assists in production schedule maintenance by attending meetings.
- Envisions and effectively uses photography and video to support the brand image.
- Takes and/or edits photos and video as needed.
- Oversees permanent storage of digital files.
- Ensures computers, operating systems, graphics software, storage systems and associated hardware are current and compatible with the printing industry.
- Stays current on design trends and advanced techniques by reading articles, completing online tutorials and videos, and communicating with other design professionals.
- Provides creative and production assistance as graphic designer/production artist to the Senior Designer.
- Works closely with printers to meet standards of quality and ensure timely delivery.
- Creates a variety of digital graphics for the website and social media.
Travel/Overtime Requirements
License/Certification
Type of Position
Classified
Position Status
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours Per Week
37.5
Months per Year
12
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026017S
Open Date
09/18/2025
Close Date
10/06/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE
* A resume will not be reviewed to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications outlined in the job vacancy notice (posting).
* Responses to supplemental questions are considered part of the application; failure to respond will result in disqualification.
NOTICE