Proposal Graphics Designer

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University is seeking a creative and strategic Proposal Graphics Designer to join Research Development Services (RDS). This role involves leading projects from concept to completion, utilizing expertise in digital, print, web, and multimedia design, including animation and AI-assisted creative tools. The designer will manage multiple projects, collaborate with stakeholders, provide brand guidance, and deliver high-quality visual solutions. This position is ideal for someone who is both a hands-on designer and a trusted advisor, bringing creativity, technical skill, and customer-focused project management to every assignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphics design, fine arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of experience in graphics design, web development, print and electronic media, marketing, or related design field.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Animate a plus).
• Portfolio that showcases any previous design work is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes and implements creative work, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs expert-level graphics design and consultation work.
• Performs animated video series that highlights processes and procedures for various office initiatives.
• Assists in designing graphic communications for various platforms.
• Provides art direction and strategic management of various projects, including proposal development efforts and office initiatives.
• Advises on editing needs for editorial, marketing, advertising, development, and general content.
• Identifies and implements AI-assisted tools (e.g., generative fill, smart upscaling, or layout ideation) in graphics development to increase workflow efficiency and expand creative boundaries.
• Serves as a liaison between RDS leadership and RCOMM to maintain current website.
• Researches and implements design and development best practices.
• Develops tools that aid in the development and design of web development projects.
• Develops conceptual design solutions and strategies.
• Provides brand oversight, leadership, and guidance.
• Works with RDS personnel and faculty in managing projects and coordinates production schedules.
• Manages documentation for each project, including approvals, comments, drafts, and artwork.
• Ensures timeliness, quantity, quality, and customer satisfaction with final products.
• Provides highest level of customer support and consultancy in development of all materials, from concept to creation.
• Assists RDS with additional tasks to support the office objectives, including but not limited to event planning and coordination, workshops on best practices for graphics in proposals, and other office activities.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

What This Job Offers

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