Temporary PT Graphic Designer

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Summary:

The PT Graphic Designer implements creative concepts in graphic standards and designs, creates successful marketing materials using graphic design and multimedia working with the full-time creative staff.

Compensation for the PT Graphic Designer is $23.08-$25.97 an hour.

This position is temporary with an end date of June 30th, 2027, with a possibility of extension.

Essential Functions:

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Participate in developing overall marketing strategy and production schedule and connect marketing objective and copy with design elements.
• Participate in creative brainstorming to develop concept ideas as needed.

• Create layouts combining copy, photography, illustration, and design elements.

• Arrange photo shoot preparation, art direction and final photo selection as needed.

• Produce final art for college internal and external marketing materials.

• Convey creative concepts into tangible and understandable materials.

• Manage relationship with vendors and internal clients.

• Maintain integrity of college brand standards.

• Prepare print, web, and digital output as needed.  

• Work with suppliers when needed.

• Collaborate with designers and other staff as needed.

• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• One year of experience as a graphic designer, including experience preparing materials for print and digital output.
• Experience in photography and videography.
• Demonstrated experience in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and/or Premiere Elements.

• Ability to provide creative and artistic input in design activities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with internal and external clients. 

• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Proficient in basic bindery, finishing and scanning services.

• Proficient in job submission software and digital production printers.

• Strong typing skills with the ability to type 35 net words per minute.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analyzing and problem-solving skills. 

• Strong organizing and prioritizing skills to meet critical deadlines.

• Strong multi-tasking and decision-making skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in graphic design.
• Three years of professional experience as a graphic designer, including experience preparing materials for print and digital output.
• Project management experience.
• Experience in animation, video editing, digital media and web design.

Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• paid time off;
• 11 paid holidays;  2 floating holidays
• medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;
• tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;
• on-site childcare center;
• 403(b) retirement plans; and
• State University Retirement System pension plan.