Senior Designer, Graphic

Houston Community College • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for designing and producing visual materials including, but not limited to catalogs, course schedules, brochures, handbooks, newsletters, advertisements and other print, presentation and web-based materials utilized by the Colleges and System administration.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Commercial Art or a related field required
• 5 years experience required
• MS Office Programs
• Graphics Applications
• Print Production/ Four-Color Process
• Page Layout Software
• Typography
• Valid Texas Driver License

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an institution of higher education, preferably in a community college and with various platforms preferred
• A sample of a professional portfolio required at time of interview

Responsibilities

• Research and obtain photographs, artwork and illustrations to be used in HCCS collateral, presentations and web-based materials.
• Advise faculty and staff on creative approaches and options.
• Review print product throughout the production process to ensure that appropriate level of quality is maintained.
• Use creative skills to formulate concepts and prepare illustrations and design layouts.
• Maintain hardware and software licensing information for Graphics Department.
• Ensure necessary upgrades are available and operational for Graphics Department staff and ensure the completion of products.
• Design and produce electronic files for use in multimedia presentations and publications.
• Counsel external audiences, faculty, staff, and other users on appropriate HCCS logo formats and usage.
• Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree