Design Manager

University of Texas at Austin

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design Manager is a valued member of the Communications, Marketing and Engagement team for UT’s Operational Services and Strategies (OSS) portfolio led by the VP of Operations. It reports to the Executive Director of Branding and Marketing, support design and multimedia activities and initiatives across the OSS portfolio, which includes Campus Operations and Planning, Campus Services, Central HR, Discovery to Impact, Real Estate Planning and Strategy, Texas Institute for Electronics, and University Housing and Dining. Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for its academic programs and research. Your work will support the Operational Services and Strategies team who oversee the University’s spaces, services, and strategic investments to enhance the student, employee, and visitor experience. If you’re the type of person who wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our portfolio and for UT Austin. Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in art, design, photography, film/video or related field.
• 5-7 years of related design, branding, print production, and digital production experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PPT, etc.).
• Fluency with digital and social media platforms.
• Experience working with content management systems, such as Drupal and WordPress, or similar platforms.
• Ability to multitask effectively and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Lightroom or other Adobe Creative Suite applications.
• Experience with videography, video editing, photography, and audio editing.
• Experience with email marketing systems, such as Emma and Mailchimp, or similar platforms.
• Experience managing projects and tracking work through project management tools (e.g., Asana).

Responsibilities

• Translate creative briefs and business objectives into high-impact design concepts that resonate with audiences and help drive the brand forward.
• Manage the design project lifecycle from research and ideation through production and approvals to final delivery.
• Protect and champion the University’s brand identity, ensuring that all materials follow established standards.
• Guide and provide constructive feedback to design interns and communicators across the portfolio to help elevate the overall quality and skill of the team.
• Work with peers across Communications, Marketing and Engagement and functional units and departments to develop effective materials to support marketing and communication goals.
• Confidently present concepts and design rationale to leadership, internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Produce high-quality digital and print deliverables suitable for multiple channels and ensure all files are accurate and ready for production.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level