Visual Designer Job at Virginia's Community College System in Richmond

Overview

Working Title Visual Designer Role Title Media Specialist III Role Code 29073-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 29300031 Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div) Work Location Hampton - 650 Hiring Range $50,000-$60,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Telework options: Yes (telework options are subject to change based on business needs)

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

Responsibilities

• In consultation with the Director of Marketing and College Relations, oversee internal publication services for the College, including academic, non-academic, and retention materials. Provide technical knowledge of printing or digital reproductions, assess customer needs, make recommendations, and write job specifications for work produced within the College or by external vendors.
• Provide primary leadership in developing creative solutions for the College and coordinate the development and design of a wide range of electronic and/or printed visual materials, involving integrated steps and processes requiring extensive knowledge of design concepts and media.
• Lead and supervise the development and enforcement of the Visual Identity Guidelines, perform routine visual design tasks for signs, posters, flyers, flags, and assist College personnel with Canva and related applications.
• Create complex, original visual design and comprehensive layout concepts; oversee and coordinate production of materials as needed. May lead and guide the work of other visual designers, work-study students, and contractors.
• Design and produce special publications (e.g., Annual Report, College Catalog) and other major design projects as needed. Develop guidelines for brand presentation across media outlets to ensure a unified brand voice (logos, fonts, color schemes, imagery for digital, print, and merchandise).
• Represent the Marketing and College Relations Office at functions and meetings across campus. May be called on for other duties, including coordinating video production, photoshoots, and related activities.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Considerable demonstrated experience managing visual design projects of all scales from start to finish.
• Considerable demonstrated work-related or on-the-job experience in design for both online and print
• Considerable demonstrated understanding of WordPress, website best practices, and UX/web design basics
• Basic knowledge of SEO for websites and ADA compliance policies
• Demonstrated related experience with design best practices, including examples of flyers, posters, banners, catalogs (and related publications), online and TV visuals, email, and other electronic-only projects.

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of best practices for visual arts and design
• Thorough knowledge of industry-standard equipment: Mac OS-based computers, PCs, iPads and related tablets, scanners, desktop printers, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of creating and troubleshooting PDF, PSD, AI, EPS and other visual design formats
• Understanding of web and user interface design
• Proficiency with cameras and photography equipment
• Understanding and knowledge of brand management and strategy

Skills

• Proficient with standard Adobe Creative Cloud, Affinity, Microsoft Office and other related software suites
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all levels
• Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality
• Strong project management and planning skills with the ability to lead design projects across multiple teams

Abilities

• Ability to evaluate and improve design effectiveness based on analytics and stakeholder feedback
• Ability to present and explain design decisions
• Must have the ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to work at all campus locations

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a community college setting
• Prior experience managing brand assets

Operation of a State Vehicle: Yes

Supervises Employees: No

Required Travel: Minimal

Posting Details

Posting Number CLS_4039P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/23/2025 Job Close Date 09/29/2025 Open Until Filled
Agency Website vpcc.edu

Contact Name Email talentacquisition@vpcc.edu
Phone Number

Important Notices

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered, applicants must provide an AHP Letter from DARS or DBVI. Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP with an AHP Letter. For an AHP Letter, visit: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS 800-552-5019, or DBVI 800-622-2155.

Background Check: The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon a criminal background check, and may include fingerprint checks, employment verification, and education verification. Some candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest (ethics). More information: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement: The Virginia Community College System provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment. ADA Statement: VCCS provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA/ADAAA. E-Verify: You will need to complete an I-9 and provide identity documentation.

Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89120