Graphic Design Specialist

Job Description

Creating designs for websites, advertisements, social media, print materials, signage, and other marketing collateral for all campus departments and programs, including college recruiting materials.

Design special projects for all departments and programs on campus.

Update, maintain, and enforce the campus Visual Identity Guide, ensuring campus-wide compliance with institutional branding.

Revising designs based on department feedback while ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.

Works on design projects from start to finish.

Designs, orders, and works with third-party vendors to provide specialty items such as large format printing, press printing, mailing services, displays, swag, etc.

Supervises a graphic design intern when appropriate.

Meeting with department representatives to understand project requirements and objectives.

Maintains an electronic log of design jobs, updating their status during the design process.

Assists as Needed with the Following

Managing the daily design workload alongside the other Graphic Design Specialist.

Covering the Mail Room when the Mail and Copy Specialist is unavailable.

Covering Print Shop duties when the Mail and Copy Specialist is unavailable.

Other duties as assigned.

Unique Functions

Supports the Director of Marketing and Communication in fiscal decisions.

Participates on teams as requested by the Director of Marketing and Communication.

Specific Skills/Technical Experience Required

Strong graphic design skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to work as a team

Ability to work and be productive in a fast-paced environment

Excellent customer service

Ability to remain calm under pressure and meet deadlines

Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision

Must have excellent time-management skills

Must be flexible and be willing to perform additional duties as needed to ensure the success of the team

Technical Expertise Preferred or Required

Adobe Creative Suite

Office 365 Apps (Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Outlook, etc.)

Microsoft Office

Basic Photography Skills

Basic Computer Knowledge

Education/Training Preferred or Required

Associate degree in Graphic and/or Digital Design, or equivalent work experience

Work Schedule and Conditions
This position typically works Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, this position is also expected to attend multiple events throughout the year outside of those hours that may include parades, fundraisers, evening and weekend college events, evening and weekend community events, etc. This is an on-campus position.

Additional Information

Tuition assistance for yourself and your immediate family here at CSI, reciprocal agreements for tuition assistance for you at Lewis-Clark State College and Idaho State University.

Free Gym/Recreation center membership for you and your family.

Discounted athletic events.

Discounted Herrett Center events and shows.

Medical – Select Health

Dental – Delta Dental/Willamette

Vision – Ameritas/VSP

Retirement plan with the following contribution rates. Employee Contribution: 7.18% Employer Contribution: %

The College of Southern Idaho is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to cultivating and sustaining an environment in which our employees and learners thrive. The College prohibits discrimination on the basis of any legally protected status.

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