Healthyhorns Communication Coordinator & Graphic Designer

The University of Texas System • Austin, TX

397d • $50,000 - $50,000

About The Position

The Healthyhorns Communication Coordinator & Graphic Designer at the University of Texas at Austin is responsible for managing graphic design projects and collaborating with the Healthyhorns Public Information Team. This role involves creating marketing and communication materials, overseeing production schedules, and ensuring adherence to branding specifications. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to enhance the health and well-being of students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other design tools.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in graphic design and production management, preferably in a higher education or large organization environment.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with a proven track record in developing production schedules, maintaining file structures, placing orders and coordinating with vendors.
• Experience delivering presentations to diverse audiences, with the ability to speak confidently in front of groups, respond to questions, and adjust content based on audience needs.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Works effectively in both collaborative and autonomous work environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with college students in a health and wellness environment.
• Familiarity with project management software, particularly Monday.com.
• Experience in inventory management, including tracking quantities, organizing stock, and ensuring proper storage and accessibility of materials.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a graphic designer for the Healthyhorns team with the support of the Art Director and Brand Manager.
• Collaborate with clients to design a range of marketing and communication materials, including print items, digital content, promotional items, presentations and more.
• Meet with clients in person for high-priority or detailed projects as needed.
• Provide multiple rounds of proofs, incorporating requested edits.
• Request physical proofs of select items to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain an organized file structure for proofs and final materials.
• Adhere to university style guides and branding specifications in all design work.
• Possible supervision of graphic design student employees.
• Serve as the production manager for the team.
• Develop production schedules, coordinate orders with clients, designers, and vendors, and ensure quality control for all produced items.
• Provide on-site assistance with tasks such as setting up signage, printing name badges, and creating door name plates, along with other hands-on projects.
• Attend weekly PIT Creative meetings and bi-weekly PIT Committee meetings to share project updates and collaborate with the Public Information Team.
• Fulfill in-person presentation requests and other outreach needs as they arise (responsible for approximately 20% of outreach requests).
• Maintain inventory tracking and manage the storage of PIT's print and promotional materials.
• Exhibit professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional customer service in all aspects of work.
• Maintain a regular and punctual attendance pattern.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree