Web and Creative Designer, College of the Liberal Arts

Penn State University • University Park, IL

17h • $51,000 - $74,000

About The Position

A Web and Creative Designer is being sought to help design and maintain the College of the Liberal Arts’ portfolio of 150+ visually compelling websites that spur engagement with, and enthusiasm for, the college and its units. Collaborating with other members of the college’s Web and Creative Services Team, the Web and Creative Designer will also assist with the conceptualization and production of multimedia content and promotional materials that inspire and engage key stakeholders and support the college’s strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; inclusive and respectful when working with others
• Demonstrated ability to be a dynamic self‑starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and drives projects forward
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, responding to changing priorities and adhering to deadlines
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to work creatively, as well as both independently in a team environment
• Applicants must possess a firm understanding of website design and production processes.
• Associate Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.

Nice To Haves

• Previous web/creative design experience in a higher education setting
• Familiarity with WordPress
• Experience in search engine optimization

Responsibilities

• Build, update, and maintain web pages using authoring or scripting languages, as well as content creation and digital media tools.
• Create layouts, graphics, and visual components and integrate multimedia elements such as video, audio, animation, and interactive features to enhance engagement.
• Monitor performance across the college’s websites using analytics tools and performance indicators.
• Help design and administer surveys and usability studies to ensure websites are intuitive and user‑centered.
• Conduct browser and device compatibility testing to verify that web pages function correctly across platforms.
• Collaborate with team members and key stakeholders to discuss website priorities.
• Assist with designing and producing multimedia content, Liberal Arts–themed merchandise, and promotional items.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of tutorials and training resources for website editors.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

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