Graphic Design Manager. Job at Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield

Job Summary
The Graphic Design Manager oversees all visual communications for Lincoln Land Community College, serving as the steward of the college’s brand and visual identity. This role ensures a high standard of professional quality, creativity and consistency across all printed and digital materials used to advertise, promote and identify the college. Acting as the principal illustrator, designer and layout artist, the Graphic Design Manager leads the development and execution of compelling visual solutions that support institutional goals, enhance brand recognition and effectively communicate with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities
The Graphic Design Manager leads the creation and implementation of visual solutions that support institutional goals, ensures consistent brand communication across printed and digital assets, and maintains a high standard of professional quality, creativity and consistency in all materials used to promote the college.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in art, graphic design or related field.

Five years related experience.

Ability to work with Macs and Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat.

Ability to keep current with the latest graphic and layout software.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work with Premiere and Canva.

Familiarity with a digital asset management system and digital accessibility.

Ongoing professional development in graphic design and marketing trends.

Physical Requirements
None specified. Physical requirements may vary based on assignments.

Salary
Starting salary is likely to be between $64,946 and $86,943 per year with an excellent benefits package. The person hired into this position will be placed within this range based on education, training, experience, and skills.

Benefits

23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid‑semester break; 12 Fridays off in the summer.

2 personal days, 15 sick days, and starting with 15 vacation days per year.

Tuition waiver for credited courses for staff, spouses and qualified dependent children.

Free access to on‑campus fitness center.

Health insurance options: Open Access Plan‑PPO (OAP) and High Deductible Health Plan‑PPO with HSA (HDHP).

Dental insurance through SunLife Financial network.

Vision insurance through VSP.

Life insurance: term‑life with accidental death and dismemberment coverage up to two times the annual base salary or $200,000.

Voluntary and supplemental term‑life and dependent life insurance available for employee expense.

Critical illness, cancer, accident, long‑term disability, hospital indemnity, and unreimbursed medical account options.

Dependent care flexible spending account and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.

Retirement plan through the State Universities Retirement System (SURS) and additional deferred compensation options such as 403(b), 457, Roth IRA.

Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year and tuition waiver for eligible employees.

Class release time for attending face‑to‑face LLCC classes.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for confidential support.

Affiliated with Illinois Educators Credit Union.

Paid holidays include Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day (unless already a college holiday), Labor Day, and three days at Thanksgiving (Wednesday‑Friday).

Equal Employment Opportunity
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.

Employment Conditions
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

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