Marketing- Graphic Designer (Two Open Positions)

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 20, 2024
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Closing Date: 11/27/2024 Type of Position:Staff - Skilled Labor Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Marketing and Public Relations Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:To serve as a graphic designer in the department of University Recreation aimed at producing quality advertisements for each program area and the department while maintaining the department's brand. Produce marketing materials that may include print and social media ads, posters, digital ads, large scale signage, banners, the UREC magazine, promotional items such as t-shirts and stickers and more. Prepare final digital and print files and deliver completed projects to the requestor as needed. Maintain an orderly archive of projects. Attend weekly staff meeting. Adhere to University of Arkansas and University Recreation branding and style guidelines. Serve as a department ambassador and positively promote the departments at events and activities. Other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Current University of Arkansas student Experience presentin a design portfolio and have a basic understanding of graphic design concepts and skills Experience with Mac platform and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) Experience with print and digital formats (native files, JPG, TIFF, PNG, EPS, PDF, etc.) Pediatric & Adult First Aid,CPR, andAEDcertification or be able to obtain certification within 40 days of hire (UREC will provide a certification opportunity, if needed) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs): Ability to work independently Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and take direction well Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines Ability to be organized, punctual, reliable, and have attention to detail Additional Information: Graduate students are subject to background checks. Salary Information: $13.50 per hour Required Documents to Apply: Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Lindsay Larson Smith All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking Frequent Physical Activity:Lifting, Reaching, Sitting, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Stooping Benefits Eligible:No