Senior Graphic Designer Job at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw

Overview

Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Kennesaw State University is a large public institution offering more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees. We are looking for a Senior Graphic Designer to design a wide range of communications materials for University partners, manage projects, and produce print and online materials. The role involves working with client management, production personnel, and vendors, and may include supervising other staff and/or students.

Responsibilities

• Counsels with end user clients and production personnel in conceptualizing and defining graphic design requirements
• Establishes priorities-based availability of resources and design requirements
• Prepares designs, artwork, and other visuals in support of client needs and in line with design standards
• Determines required resources, schedules, and makes other required production arrangements
• Procuring services of outside vendors and contractors where required
• Oversees production process to ensure quality standards are met
• Reviews final product with users to ensure user satisfaction
• Maintains ongoing awareness of graphic design industry trends and developments

Required Qualifications

Required Experience: At least five (5) years related experience

Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications: An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Advanced knowledge and skill in the application of graphic design principles and processes

SKILLS
Project management, organization, and communications skills; excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills; proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite); strong attention to detail and follow-up skills; strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and the System Office. Core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and online at the USG policy manual.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination on many protected characteristics by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment. For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity.

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation and may be asked to disclose criminal record history during screening and prior to a conditional offer. Applicants with disqualifying history will be disqualified. All applicants are required to include professional references, and some positions may require additional screenings.