Graphic Design Coordinator

University of Tennessee • Knoxville, TN

19d • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Graphic Design Coordinator for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Reporting to the Senior Director of Creative Communications , the Graphic Design Coordinator is responsible for producing and developing visual communications for advancement initiatives, working alongside members of the Communications and Donor Experience team and partners across the division. This role will conceptualize and produce graphic design projects such as print and digital materials for alumni relations, events, student and young alumni programs, annual giving, development, and donor experience communications aimed at alumni and donors to the university.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1+ years of experience in graphic design along with experience in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills are paramount, along with creative thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent organization, time management, and project management skills and a positive attitude are essential.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position.
• UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration for the position.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.
• Applicants must submit a portfolio that includes a minimum of 5 samples of graphic design work. The portfolio should be a website link to a digital body of work or a PDF of samples.
• When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with other Adobe programs, Microsoft Office, and digital photography is preferred.
• Experience with print production preferred as well.
• Experience with designing digital advertising and social media.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and Produce Visual Design Projects: Works within the UT Advancement brand to produce high-quality materials. Determines concept, design, and development of collateral materials making strategic choices for typography, illustrations, and photography. Creates simple animations for digital communication.
• Print-Production & File Management: Prepares digital layouts for projects, preps files for production, and sends print ready files to printer or vendor for printing and mailing. Exports files appropriate for the platform. Manages print projects from concept to completion by sending artwork to printer, reviewing proofs, or press checks at printer for final approval of projects.
• Photography & Special Projects: Coordinates, manages, and art directs photoshoots with students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Communicates with faculty or staff to reserve photoshoot locations. Edits, sizes, and archives photography. Manages special visual communications projects as needed. Supports Advancement team by staffing special alumni and development events as needed.

Benefits

• Generous paid leave , accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days
• Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members
• Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods

What This Job Offers

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