The University of Tennessee
Temp - Graphic Designer - Division of Student Success - UTK
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
Job Description
The Graphic Designer position will play a key role in the overall visual look and feel of the Division of Student Success (DSS) and be a creative driving force for the division's Communications Team. This position will be responsible for creating high-impact visuals and modern designs that inform, inspire, and captivate target audiences. The design efforts will be utilized across a variety of mediums to achieve the desired results, including digital collateral (web, social, email), print collateral (events, signage, invitations, publications) and internal comms (reports, newsletters, PowerPoints).
The ideal candidate is someone who will apply their visual design expertise and strong creative skills to create meaningful, long-lasting and beautiful designs. The Graphic Designer will work closely with, and report to, the Director of Strategic Communications to bring new and exciting designs to life that elevate the overall UTK brand and position DSS at the forefront of the student success experience.
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing division at a thriving university and bring your own creative energy and expertise to a brand new position. This is a LDA position from December 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026 at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus, with the ability for remote work.
Responsibilities
Design:
-Design a wide range of creative (print, digital, web) across the Division of Student Success (DSS), working under the guidance of the Director of Strategic Communications.
-Develop original designs for web, social, email, events, signage, invitations, publications, reports, newsletters, and PowerPoints, while also adhering closely to UTK brand standards
-Demonstrate strong grasp of tools and processes related to high-level graphic design -Understand the overall DSS marketing and communications strategy, participate in weekly brainstorms, utilize creative expertise to produce & deliver original, innovative visuals
-Understand how and when creative is used in all phases of the marketing and communications funnel - awareness, engagement, conversion, retention, and advocacy
Create:
-Create graphic design templates that can be utilized and shared across the division.
-Act as a 'player/coach' during the creative development process to help key stakeholders in the division understand the inspiration and direction behind designs and artwork.
-Conceptualize big ideas alongside Director of Strategic Communications with the intent of engaging students and supporting key division objectives.
-Bring creative solutions to business and marketing initiatives. Be a proactive problem solver
Collaborate:
-Collaborate with division partners (Student Life, Enrollment Management) to create co-branded visuals and creative that support the overall goals of each respective unit
-Collaborate with student workers and/or interns bi-weekly to provide purposeful learning experiences.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors Degree Experience:
Bachelor's degree in graphic design, interactive design, multimedia, illustration, animation 1+ years of digital and print-based graphic design Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
At least 1-3 years of work experience with demonstrated success in a designer role that includes the use of modern design techniques, tools, and principles. Proficiency and experience with digital tools, including, but not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and other tools such as Sketch Proven experience in digital and print design Ability to conceptualize designs and creative for current generation (Gen Z) and future generation (Gen Alpha) of student scholars Abides by and keeps up-to-date with UTK brand guidelines when developing design Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree in graphic design, interactive design, multimedia, illustration, animation, or related field Experience:
Graphic design experience in corporate and higher ed situations Compensation and Benefits
UT market range: MR9 Anticipated hiring range: Minimum $30.00/hr Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here Find more information on UT Benefits here Application Instructions
To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted.
Resume Cover Letter List of 3 Professional References
About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!
The Graphic Designer position will play a key role in the overall visual look and feel of the Division of Student Success (DSS) and be a creative driving force for the division's Communications Team. This position will be responsible for creating high-impact visuals and modern designs that inform, inspire, and captivate target audiences. The design efforts will be utilized across a variety of mediums to achieve the desired results, including digital collateral (web, social, email), print collateral (events, signage, invitations, publications) and internal comms (reports, newsletters, PowerPoints).
The ideal candidate is someone who will apply their visual design expertise and strong creative skills to create meaningful, long-lasting and beautiful designs. The Graphic Designer will work closely with, and report to, the Director of Strategic Communications to bring new and exciting designs to life that elevate the overall UTK brand and position DSS at the forefront of the student success experience.
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing division at a thriving university and bring your own creative energy and expertise to a brand new position. This is a LDA position from December 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026 at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus, with the ability for remote work.
Responsibilities
Design:
-Design a wide range of creative (print, digital, web) across the Division of Student Success (DSS), working under the guidance of the Director of Strategic Communications.
-Develop original designs for web, social, email, events, signage, invitations, publications, reports, newsletters, and PowerPoints, while also adhering closely to UTK brand standards
-Demonstrate strong grasp of tools and processes related to high-level graphic design -Understand the overall DSS marketing and communications strategy, participate in weekly brainstorms, utilize creative expertise to produce & deliver original, innovative visuals
-Understand how and when creative is used in all phases of the marketing and communications funnel - awareness, engagement, conversion, retention, and advocacy
Create:
-Create graphic design templates that can be utilized and shared across the division.
-Act as a 'player/coach' during the creative development process to help key stakeholders in the division understand the inspiration and direction behind designs and artwork.
-Conceptualize big ideas alongside Director of Strategic Communications with the intent of engaging students and supporting key division objectives.
-Bring creative solutions to business and marketing initiatives. Be a proactive problem solver
Collaborate:
-Collaborate with division partners (Student Life, Enrollment Management) to create co-branded visuals and creative that support the overall goals of each respective unit
-Collaborate with student workers and/or interns bi-weekly to provide purposeful learning experiences.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors Degree Experience:
Bachelor's degree in graphic design, interactive design, multimedia, illustration, animation 1+ years of digital and print-based graphic design Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
At least 1-3 years of work experience with demonstrated success in a designer role that includes the use of modern design techniques, tools, and principles. Proficiency and experience with digital tools, including, but not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and other tools such as Sketch Proven experience in digital and print design Ability to conceptualize designs and creative for current generation (Gen Z) and future generation (Gen Alpha) of student scholars Abides by and keeps up-to-date with UTK brand guidelines when developing design Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree in graphic design, interactive design, multimedia, illustration, animation, or related field Experience:
Graphic design experience in corporate and higher ed situations Compensation and Benefits
UT market range: MR9 Anticipated hiring range: Minimum $30.00/hr Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here Find more information on UT Benefits here Application Instructions
To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted.
Resume Cover Letter List of 3 Professional References
About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.
Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!