Graphic Designer Job at The Chronicle of Higher Education in Oshkosh

Position Title
Graphic Designer

Job Category
Academic Staff

Employment Type
Regular

Job Profile
Graphic Designer

Job Duties
The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh invites applications for a full‑time Graphic Designer within the Department of Marketing. In this role, you will conceptualize, design, and produce high‑quality visual content that advances the university's strategic communications, marketing, and storytelling goals across a wide range of platforms and audiences. Working in a collaborative, creative environment, you will capture the breadth of campus life—from academic achievements and student stories to athletic events, institutional announcements, and community partnerships.

Key Job Responsibilities

Analyzes and identifies cost‑effective options to meet project requirements

Creates, designs, and produces artwork per project specifications through various mediums

Works collaboratively with other creative professionals, engages in and responds to creative feedback, manages project workflow and timing, maintains files, and follows established work unit processes

Applies creative expertise within established brand and style guidelines

Answers questions and provides information and problem‑resolution options to clients and stakeholders

Conceptualizes, plans, and executes digital and/or print design to support the strategic objectives of the institution; creates on‑brand, compelling visual assets used to inform, educate, inspire, and/or persuade

Schedules logistics, secures resources, organizes, and monitors art production projects adhering to established timelines and expectations

Department
Marketing

Compensation
Starting at $40,000, commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in graphic design, including print and digital production

Proficiency in professional design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or equivalent)

Strong working knowledge of typography, layout, color theory, and image production across diverse formats

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with diverse campus and community constituents

Valid driver's license and ability to travel to on‑ and off‑campus locations as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or agency environment

Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or video production

Experience with UX/UI design or web‑based design tools (e.g., Figma, Canva for Enterprise)

Familiarity with environmental or large‑format print production

Photography skills to supplement design assignments as needed

Portfolio demonstrating range across social content, long‑form publications, event materials, and brand campaigns

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, fine arts, or a related field—OR—an equivalent combination of education and professional experience

Legal Notices
University of Wisconsin‑Oshkosh is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or state law and UW System policies. The university is committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Reasonable Accommodations
UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact hroffice@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to pre‑employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/ or call UWO Police Department at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy.

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