Graphic Designer II - 530918

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

7d•$49,100 - $61,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Graphic Designer II creates and implements moderately complex graphic design projects for a department or the University under moderate supervision. The role produces graphic designs and illustrations using computer and traditional methods, formats and edits text, and prepares layouts and specifications for pre-print publications and other promotional media. The position may provide guidance and training to entry-level Graphic Designers. The position supports the Division for Research’s visual communication and brand strategy by creating accessible, audience-centered materials for digital and print channels. It designs web and email graphics, social media content, publications, presentations, signage, event materials and other communications using established University brand standards. The role translates research information, data and institutional impact into clear visual communications, and develops templates and visual standards to strengthen the division’s visual identity and improve consistency and efficiency across recurring communications. The Graphic Designer II produces visual materials for major research proposals, executive communications and other high-priority strategic initiatives. The role collaborates with division leadership, research institutes and communications colleagues to develop effective visual solutions for a range of audiences and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two years of art, commercial art, graphic design or visual communication experience; or a master's degree and some experience in one of these areas.
Excellent visual, written and verbal communication skills.
Strong command of typography, layout, composition, color and brand application.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
Ability to translate complex information, data and research concepts into clear, audience-appropriate visual formats.
Knowledge of web design principles and digital accessibility standards.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine arts or a related field and three or more years of professional graphic design experience.
Experience designing in a higher education, research, science communication or related setting.
Ability to provide a strong design portfolio.

Responsibilities

Create and implement moderately complex graphic design projects for a department or the University under moderate supervision.
Produce graphic designs and illustrations using computer and traditional methods.
Format and edit text, and prepare layouts and specifications for pre-print publications and other promotional media.
Create accessible, audience-centered materials for digital and print channels.
Design web and email graphics, social media content, publications, presentations, signage, event materials and other communications using University brand standards.
Translate research information, data and institutional impact into clear visual communications.
Develop templates and visual standards that strengthen the division’s visual identity and improve consistency and efficiency across recurring communications.
Produce visual materials for major research proposals, executive communications and other high-priority strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with division leadership, research institutes and communications colleagues to develop visual solutions for different audiences and objectives.
May provide guidance and training to entry-level Graphic Designers.