This position is responsible for ideating and producing a wide variety of creative, high-quality graphic design deliverables for the UW-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association marketing, communication, engagement and fundraising efforts including print materials, publications, and other venues.
Key Job Responsibilities:- Prepare marketing and promotional materials for all UW-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association programs and entities.
- Transform ideas into draft and final layouts by employing expertise in design, layout, and
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- Maintain electronic archive, print copy archive, and printing specifications files.
- Master the university and UW-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association identity standards and be able to advise others.
The UW-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association strives to advance the mission of UW-Stout Polytechnic through building relationships with alumni, friends, supporters and industry partners of the university. As Wisconsin’s only Polytechnic University, corporate and business partnerships provide resources that transform UW-Stout Polytechnic students’ experience, in and outside of the classroom.
The person filling this position will be joining a dynamic team that is responsible for the acquisition and stewardship of philanthropic resources for UW-Stout Polytechnic.
UW-Stout Polytechnic is a gold-level certified employer recognized by Family Friendly Workplaces.
Compensation:Minimum starting salary of $41,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
A six-month probationary period is required
The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience taking a project from ideation to production
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite Software
- Ability to explain concepts to clients in a professional and clear manner
- Demonstrated familiarity with higher education
- Skills in writing, video, photography or web considered a plus
Complete applications received by end of day, July 19, 2026, are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after that date may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.
To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs
Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate.
Required application materials:
Cover letter (* See below)
Curriculum vitae or resume
Portfolio of recent design work
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.
*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
Contact Information:For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Brenna Jasper
Email: [email protected]
If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Jackie Berg
Email: [email protected]
Guidelines to ensure consideration:
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required application materials.
Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications specified for this position. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/
To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)
Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.
Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.
In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated experience taking a project from ideation to production
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite Software
- Ability to explain concepts to clients in a professional and clear manner
- Portfolio of recent design work (required application material)
- Official transcripts required at time of hire
- Demonstrated familiarity with higher education
- Skills in writing, video, photography or web
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