Creative Design Specialist

Position Information

Classification Title Technical Design Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC) is responsible for directing the Terry College of Business brand messaging through a variety of digital communications, print publications, branded merchandise, and external media. The Creative Design Specialist works independently and/or equally as much with other Marketing and Communication professionals to provide graphic design and visual solutions that meet the marketing and communications needs of the college and its clients. Responsibilities included, but are not limited to, consulting with clients on design ideas and developing and implementing concepts that work in various mediums (e.g. web, social media, illustration, animation, digital advertising, signage, photography/video, promotional merchandise, environmental design, and a wide variety of print materials including the biannual Terry magazine).

This position reports to the Creative Services Manager who oversees the design direction for the Terry College. This person is expected to work independently to meet deadlines, and with other OMC personnel and the Director of Creative Services to ensure all pieces comply with UGA and Terry College style guidelines and standards. Consultation with OMC staff, the Senior Director, department heads, and internal clients occurs regularly.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to collaborate with others

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (most specifically InDesign)

• Solid understanding of design principles: layout, color, type, and composition

• Photo editing experience

• A creative problem solver providing innovative design

• Comfortable receiving feedback on designs and stay solution-focused

• A self-starter with the ability to manage time and adhere to deadlines while working independently

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service

• Excellent written and oral communications skills

• Interpersonal relations model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct

Physical Demands

Working in a normal office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

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Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Design

Contributes to and leads creativity, conceptualization, and production of digital and print materials including animations, brochures, flyers, posters, PowerPoint slides, invitations, web designs and wireframes, social media graphics, infographics, and advertisements (digital, display and print). Design creation will be based on customer specifications, needs and campaigns. Follows the OMC workflow process to ensure job deadlines are met and design is of sound quality for digital display or printing on various substrates. Often represents OMC as the lead design expert in the room, exercising independence in design execution. Interacts with print vendors as a primary contact for execution of printing services. Coordinates with external vendors to ensure quality and timeliness.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

Client Support

Meets with clients to determine goals and needs, reviews proofs/mock ups and obtains signed-off approvals. Effectively understands customer needs and communicates project status to the Director of Creative Services. Facilitates customer service through electronic communication and face-to-face meetings. Collaborate regularly with OMC team on design status/efforts.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Training and Development

Maintains understanding of the latest design tools and techniques. Planning for long-term innovative projects to improve Terry communications. Leads and monitors the design work of student staff in OMC as needed.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Other Miscellaneous Duties

A variety of projects come up that are one-off items and may require the assistance of this position.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Art Roche Recruitment Contact Email art.roche@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this vacant position? (UGA Jobs -UGA's Job Board, LinkedIn, Indeed.com, Inside HigherEdJobs, UGA Staff Listserv, Terry College Listserv, a current UGA Employee, other - please provide resource)

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume/CV

• List of References with Contact Information

• Portfolio

Optional Documents

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