Graphic Designer at InsideHigherEd

Job Details Title:Graphic DesignerAnnounce date:10/10/2025Apply by date:10/24/2025Application status:Reviewing ApplicationsPosition type: Full-time Salary:$55,000 per year Working Hours:Working hours for this position consist of a 7.5 hour day (between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm) exclusive of a 1/2 or 1 hour lunch. Perform other related departmental duties as assigned by supervisor.Collaborate with institutional departments and outside vendors to create or modify new and existing projects while adhering to the college graphic and marketing standards.Responsible for the creation of digital files and file preparation for a variety of digital printing formats.Adhere to production schedules and deadlines as agreed upon with the department or vendor.Maintain and operate vinyl express equipment including plotting, weeding, masking, and creating lawn and/or hanging signs on various media.Keep accurate records related to billing and labor costs for departmental charging.Maintain and stock inventory, notifying supervisor when there is a need to reorder.Compile and maintain a database of all computer and office related files including cd’s, photographs etc. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Computer Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MAC OS, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), as well as Microsoft Office Suite, particularly, Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Publisher is a plus)Other Skills and Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong organizational skills and excellent attention to detailAbility to multi-task and problem solve in fast paced environment with changing prioritiesAbility to work with limited supervision and make independent judgmentsExcellent customer service skills and ability to work as a team member with staff, faculty and outside vendors.Strong layout/design skills (print and digital) for projects such as posters, magazines, brochures, etc.Familiar with digital and conventional prepress file preparationAbility to produce quality work and meet or exceed established deadlinesExcellent copywriting and proofreading skills are a plusPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes, airborne particles and dust.