Senior Graphic Designer Job at University of Houston System in Houston

Department: Communication & Marketing, Law; Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Researches, conceives and designs university and department publications and other print and electronic communication vehicles. Manages design projects and serves as university liaison for outsourced communication projects.

Responsibilities

• Manages publication and other communication projects from concept to completion; translates marketing objectives into creative strategies as assigned.


• Creates and executes design concepts; develops artwork for materials such as brochures, invitations, and identity programs.


• Monitors university advertising for adherence to university graphic and branding standards.


• Consults with clients to evaluate individual project needs; prepares cost and time estimates for projects; and reviews printed materials to ensure quality control.


• Collaborates with writers, editors, marketing, photographers and other designers on communication projects to meet strategic objectives.


• Serves as primary liaison with vendors for communication projects to ensure quality, customer satisfaction, and adherence to university graphic and branding standards.


• Provides art direction as needed for internal and outsourced projects and makes recommendations for the most effective method for meeting client's objectives.


• Serves as team lead on design projects as assigned.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Posting Information

• Experience will be considered in lieu of education.


• Education will be considered in lieu of experience.


• Photography, videography, and editing skills are an added plus.

MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in‑depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job‑related experience.

All positions at the University of Houston‑System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.