Position Title
Graphic Designer I
Job Group Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design
Experience working within a higher education institution
Internship or professional experience designing for an in‑house brand
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud
Summary Iowa State University’s College of Design is seeking a Graphic Designer I to play a key role in promoting the college and its initiatives. This position will create visual solutions to communicate programs, events, news, and services. The graphic designer will prepare a variety of skilled design and layout work in preparation of posters, exhibits, advertisements, slides, brochures, books, marketing collateral, newsletters, social media content, digital signage, and flyers using various production techniques, which will include computer graphic systems and software. The ideal candidate is open to feedback and receptive to art direction, bringing creative solutions that effectively connect with intended audiences. They manage time well, meet deadlines consistently, and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with stakeholders. They also demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, allowing them to adapt their approach and develop solutions that best meet project needs.
Example of Duties
Performs preparatory work such as layout, design, and production activities to produce quality graphic‑design artwork.
Uses knowledge of current graphic design equipment, tools, and techniques.
Contributes to the development and implementation of marketing plans.
Supports marketing efforts with a broad range of creative design work that may include graphic arts, copywriting, photography, videography, and sound.
Engages in customer and economic analysis, market testing, advertising, and market research.
May contact in‑house or outside vendors to verify print specifications.
May supervise students.
Level Guidelines
Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
Grasps professional‑level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
May provide guidance to students
Appointment Type Regular
Number Of Months Employed Per Year 12 Month Work Period
Time Type Full time
Pay Grade PS806
Application Instructions To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work‑life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long‑term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date February 9, 2026
Posting Close Date February 16, 2026
Job Requisition Number R18582
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Job Group Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design
Experience working within a higher education institution
Internship or professional experience designing for an in‑house brand
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud
Summary Iowa State University’s College of Design is seeking a Graphic Designer I to play a key role in promoting the college and its initiatives. This position will create visual solutions to communicate programs, events, news, and services. The graphic designer will prepare a variety of skilled design and layout work in preparation of posters, exhibits, advertisements, slides, brochures, books, marketing collateral, newsletters, social media content, digital signage, and flyers using various production techniques, which will include computer graphic systems and software. The ideal candidate is open to feedback and receptive to art direction, bringing creative solutions that effectively connect with intended audiences. They manage time well, meet deadlines consistently, and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with stakeholders. They also demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, allowing them to adapt their approach and develop solutions that best meet project needs.
Example of Duties
Performs preparatory work such as layout, design, and production activities to produce quality graphic‑design artwork.
Uses knowledge of current graphic design equipment, tools, and techniques.
Contributes to the development and implementation of marketing plans.
Supports marketing efforts with a broad range of creative design work that may include graphic arts, copywriting, photography, videography, and sound.
Engages in customer and economic analysis, market testing, advertising, and market research.
May contact in‑house or outside vendors to verify print specifications.
May supervise students.
Level Guidelines
Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
Grasps professional‑level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
May provide guidance to students
Appointment Type Regular
Number Of Months Employed Per Year 12 Month Work Period
Time Type Full time
Pay Grade PS806
Application Instructions To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work‑life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long‑term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date February 9, 2026
Posting Close Date February 16, 2026
Job Requisition Number R18582
#J-18808-Ljbffr