University of Utah is hiring: Graphic Designer in Salt Lake City

DetailsOpen Date04/27/2026Requisition NumberPRN44530BJob TitleGraphic DesignersWorking TitleGraphic DesignerCareer Progression TrackP00Track LevelP2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level ProFLSA CodeProfessionalPatient Sensitive Job Code?NoStandard Hours per Week40Full Time or Part Time?Full TimeShiftDayWork Schedule Summary8am-5pm, with potential for hybrid consideration after training.VP AreaAcademic AffairsDepartment00161 - College of Education-DeanLocationCampusCitySalt Lake City, UTType of RecruitmentExternal PostingPay Rate Range$45,000 - $52,500Close Date07/27/2026Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)Job SummaryEvaluates client needs, conceptualizes ideas, and creates visual designs using sophisticated computer equipment and software programs to produce artwork for marketing materials within established budgets.Graphic DesignersExecute innovative and creative ideas for page layouts, catalog covers, web homepages, web banners, and other promotional materials in collaboration with designers and art directorsManage projects from initial client contact through final deliveryEnsure brand consistency across all marketing channelsUnderstand brand goals, key initiatives, promotions, and project performance as they relate to layout, product selection, copy, and overall designApply established creative and brand standardsMake revisions, updates, and changes to design, copy, and layout as neededCollaborate with marketing and merchandising teams to produce high-quality deliverablesProof all pages for accuracy and implement last-minute design and copy changes prior to pre-press productionSupport the catalog pre-press production process before sending materials to the printerUtilize design and media software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects) to create deliverablesLearn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.eduThe department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.ResponsibilitiesExecute innovative, creative ideas and concepts for page layouts, catalog covers, web homepages, web banners, and other promotional material, in collaboration with other designers and art directors. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.Minimum QualificationsEQUIVALENCY STATEMENT :1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:Graphic Designer, I:Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.Graphic Designer, II:Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.PreferencesTypeBenefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members , a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.