Graphic Designer; part-time

Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. The Graphic Designer supports the College of Computational, Physical, and Mathematical Sciences by creating thoughtful, high‑quality visual materials for both digital and print communication. You’ll Do In This Position Graphic Design • Develop high‑quality creative designs for print and digital media, including newsletters, brochures, booklets, posters, web graphics, social media assets, and event materials • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines • Receive, interpret, and incorporate feedback from the dean, associate deans, department chairs, faculty, and other stakeholders • Create graphics and media used in presentations to campus leadership, external partners, and donors • Contribute to the development of strategic communication efforts aligned with college initiatives, events, and priorities • Prepare files for professional print production, ensuring accuracy and compliance with printer specifications Mentor Student Graphic Designers • Provide guidance, art direction, and feedback to 1–2 student graphic designers • Teach design best practices, workflow processes, and creative problem‑solving techniques • Support student designers in achieving faster turnaround times and higher‑quality deliverables Graphic Design Standards, Compliance & Innovation • Stay up-to-date on best practices, emerging techniques, and new tools in design and multimedia • Ensure all college design materials comply with copyright laws, accessibility standards, and BYU brand guidelines • Recommend process improvements, templates, and creative approaches that enhance overall communication efforts Required What qualifies you for this role: • A firm commitment to the mission of BYU • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, illustration, advertising, or a related field and two years of professional graphic design experience in both print and digital formats OR six years of professional graphic design experience in both print and digital formats without a degree • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop • Strong understanding of layout, typography, color theory, and brand consistency • Skill in preparing files for print production and coordinating with print vendors • Ability to communicate and collaborate professionally with faculty, staff, administrators, and students • Ability to rapidly learn and proficiently use website management tools and other technical software • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management Preferred • Experience in higher education, nonprofit communication, or scientific/technical communication • Experience managing or mentoring student employees or junior designers • Familiarity with UI/UX best practices and basic web accessibility principles • Experience designing for web content management systems (CMS) • Experience with animation, motion graphics, or video editing tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere) • Working…