UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
Under minimal supervision, and reporting to the Associate AD – Creative Services & Broadcasting, the Graphic Designer leads the graphic design efforts for the UIC Department of Athletics and assists in supporting the creative needs of the entire department, including athletic communications, marketing, development, ticketing, and academic units. The role will also assist in the graphic design efforts for all 18 varsity programs and athletics fields and facilities and serve as a photographer and creative content specialist for the Department of Athletics.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Collaborate with athletic communications, marketing and additional external and internal departments on graphic and promotional content including programs, posters, signage, photographs and social media assets.
Continually developing the strategy and goals of UIC’s graphics efforts to enhance the Flames’ brand both in the city of Chicago and nationally. Meet deadlines in an efficient manner.
Work within established brand guidelines to create content through graphic design and photography that is both creative, yet consistent throughout the Department of Athletics
Create and manage templates to be used on social media by various external departments and athletic programs.
Assist with the archiving and logging of creative assets including but not limited to photos, videos, and graphics.
Stay up to date on current graphic design, creative, photography and social media trends.
Works alongside Associate AD – Creative Services & Broadcasting regarding the cost estimates from printing/ reproduction vendors, for approval.
Serve as primary point of contact for UIC’s logos, design elements and other Flames branding-related assets. Consults and assists printers and typographers to ensure successful and timely completion of publicity designs.
Perform Game Day and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
1. Any one or any combination that equals thirty-six (36) months from the categories below1:
A. credit for progressively more advanced college or art-school course work that would lead to a major in graphic/visual arts communication and/or design
60 semester hours equals 12 months
90 semester hours equals 24 months
120 semester hours or a Bachelor's Degree equals 36 months
B. work experience and/or on-the-job training that provided knowledge of progressively more advanced, generally accepted principles, theories, practices, and methods used in graphic designs and their applications to visual communications problems that are/is comparable to the training provided in the programs such as graphic/visual arts communication and/or design
2. Twenty-Four (24) months of graphic design experience comparable to that performed at the Graphic Designer Associate level of this series
1A Master's degree in visual design, with emphasis in visual arts communication or a closely related field, meets the requirements of this Minimum Acceptable Qualification.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to balance multiple projects at once and work closely with multiple departments.
Strong interpersonal communications skills.
Ability to write with minimal spelling, syntax and grammar mistakes.
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Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.
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