University of Cincinnati is hiring: GRAPHIC DESIGNER in Cincinnati

OverviewPerforms a variety of production design activities, as assigned, relating to graphic, visual design, environmental graphic design and a variety of similar design projects.ResponsibilitiesWork on various design projects as assigned.Produce preliminary designs and sketches under the direction of a supervisor; review with design team and client; modify designs as appropriate; create mock-ups; refine and finalize designs.Produce electronic art for reproduction purposes, using a Macintosh and/or PC computer, or manual methods; obtain necessary content, photos, text, data, and imagery.Attend project planning meetings with clients, design team members and other professionals.Conduct research as assigned.Maintain current knowledge of design methodologies, techniques, systems, fabrication substrates, and printing process used in above.Oversee printing and fabrication of assigned projects.Set-up of high resolution, print-ready, electronic art for production (includes bleeds, crop marks, pagination), using appropriate computer applications - utilizing imagery/photos, text/fonts, colors.Assist those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient and professional manner.Perform related duties as assigned.QualificationsKnowledge OfPrinciples and practices of graphic design, branding, marketing, advertising, production, environmental graphic design, and signage.Printing processes and substrate.Photography, art, architecture, urban design and concepts of environmental design. Use a variety of manual artistic/design tools in performance of duties.Use a digital camera; take and edit pictures; write and design with text and utilize imagery in various layouts and projects.Ability ToParticipate in a variety of graphic, visual, multi-media, and environmental graphic design projects. Portfolio required.Required Education And Experience RESUME AND TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED OR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTEDWorking ConditionsEnvironmental Conditions: Predominately indoor studio/office environment; exposure to computer screens; some outdoor work required; exposure to extremes in weather conditions.Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; light lifting and carrying; general manual dexterity required; ability to see well and distinguish colors required.Equal Opportunity and BenefitsThe City of Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer and practices non-discrimination. The following statements are included as part of the job posting where applicable and may change based on labor agreements and/or salary plans. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including holidays, health insurance options, retirement plans, and other programs as described in the posting.