Graphic Designer

Please see Special Instructions for more details. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Position Information
Announcement Number
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27048
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The Graphic Designer oversees the planning, design, and production of marketing and communications materials across print, digital, social media, video, and advertising platforms for Museum of the Rockies. This position manages creative project workflows, maintains brand standards, and produces high-quality visual communications that support organizational goals.
Position Number
Position Number 4M0219
Department
Department Museum of the Rockies
Division
Division Museum of the Rockies
Appointment Type
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA
FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation
Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE
FTE
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible
Salary Salary starting at $20.50 hourly annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Manage the intake, prioritization, scheduling, and execution of graphic design projects across multiple departments.
Design and produce print, digital, social media, photo, video, and website promotional materials.
Coordinate projects with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, printers, and media partners.
Maintain and enforce brand standards across all communications.
Ensure projects are completed accurately, on time, and within established guidelines.
Maintain organized content libraries and assets.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of professional graphic design experience creating digital advertising, social media, and video content.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Experience with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
Experience creating assets for social media, digital advertising, and web platforms.
Experience with website content management systems and digital marketing platforms.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Five or more years of professional graphic design experience.
Experience managing creative workflows or project management systems.
Experience working in higher education, museums, nonprofit organizations, or cultural institutions.
Familiarity with ADA accessibility and inclusive design principles.
The Successful Candidate Will Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain brand consistency across multiple platforms.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands Work at a computer for extended periods.
Occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Attend events and oversee installation of marketing materials when necessary.
Occasionally work after hours or on weekends.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
This position has supervisory duties?
This position has supervisory duties? No
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on August 20, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Required Documents Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents Optional Documents
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