at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Graphic Designer - Intercollegiate Athletics
Graphic Designer - Intercollegiate Athletics
Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1026311
Posting Close Date: July 23, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
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... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
