• Job Description

  Req#: R-083935

  Job Title

  Graphic Designer III

  Agency

  Texas A&M University

  Department

  Dean Of Business Administration

  Proposed Minimum Salary

  Commensurate

  Job Location

  College Station, Texas

  Job Type

  Staff

  Job Description

  What we want

  As a Graphic Designer III at Mays Business School, you'll lead the charge in creating stunning print and digital materials that elevate our marketing and communications efforts. Under direction, you'll provide technical leadership and strategic guidance, ensuring our deliverables are top-notch. Your expert-level design skills and consultation will be crucial in shaping the visual identity of our school and its various units. If you're ready to make a lasting impact with your creativity, we want to hear from you!

  What you need to know

  Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience

  Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

  Qualifications

  Required Education and Experience:

  • 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

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Linked or attached portfolio showcasing expert level print and digital content creation

  • Demonstrated consistency in graphic design when promoting a brand

  • Demonstrated ability to produce expert level print, and consistent digital content creation within a brand

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to effectively generate systematic strategies and communicate them to relevant stakeholders

  • Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs: Adobe Creative Cloud, Clickup or equivalent project management system.

  • Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning

  • Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes

  Responsibilities

  Strategic Direction and Oversight:

  • Provides strategic direction and oversight of the design and development processes for unit deliverable projects

  • Researches and implements design and development best practices

  • Develops systems that aid in the creation of digital and print deliverables

  • Develops conceptual design solutions and strategies

  • Provides brand oversight, leadership, and guidance

  Creative and Technical Design:

  • Conceptualizes and implements creative work, working closely with internal and external stakeholders

  • Performs expert-level graphics design and consultation work

  • Assists in designing graphic communications for various platforms

  • Provides art direction and strategic management of various projects including social media and integrated communication campaigns

  • Advises on editing needs for editorial, marketing, advertising, development, and general content

  Project Management:

  • Manages projects and coordinates production schedules

  • Works closely with vendors in support of the printing and purchasing of other collateral needs

  • Manages documentation for each project, including approvals, comments, drafts, and artwork

  • Ensures timeliness, quantity, quality, and customer satisfaction with final products

  Client and Partner Collaboration:

  • Presents branding and design concepts to clients and partners

  • Advises and collaborates with clients and partners to ensure adherence to brand guidelines

  • Provides highest level of customer support and consultancy in development of all materials, from concept to creation

  Training and Mentorship:

  • Assists in developing and implementing comprehensive, strategic communication programs

  • Provides guidance and support in the use of design tools and software

  Who we are

  The Marketing & Communications Team at Mays Business School is building a preeminent brand to support the school’s aspiration to become the no. 1 public business school in the nation. The team has doubled in size from 2023 to 2024 and is forecasted to double in size again by the end of 2025. New team members will have early opportunities to lead and manage large projects. We are looking for ambitious, high-achieving, positive individuals ready to tackle new problems, start new initiatives, and elevate the standard of excellence across the school.

  Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing, and supply chain management. Mays Business School’s vision is building a better future through business. To fulfill this vision, our mission is developing leaders of character who make a positive difference in the communities where they live, work, and serve.

  Why Texas A&M University?

  We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

  • Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

  • Eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

  • Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

  • Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

  • Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training and webinars

  • Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

  Our Commitment

  Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

  All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

  Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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