Graphic Designer
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

UNIVERSITY COLLECTIONS (UA-UNCO-IUBLA)

Department Information

University Collections (UC), which is a part of IU Research, was created in 2018 to ensure proper stewardship of library, museum, and archival collections throughout the Indiana University system. In 2022, UC opened University Collections at McCalla, a combination exhibition, event, and teaching space that supports IU¿s many collections, student and faculty creative works, and community collaborations.

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for the creation and design of graphics for UC events and programs, including exhibition openings, receptions, film screenings, outreach events, campus events, and lectures for the public and for specialized donor events.
• Designs the layout and format for digital and print graphic design content, including selection of colors, images, fonts, logos, sizing, and placement, for various needs, audiences, and platforms.
• Works closely with University Collections leadership and with vendors to coordinate different departmental graphic needs, including overseeing the logistics of graphics ordering and interaction with vendors, including preparing specifications and obtaining estimates for final approval.
• Coordinates all administrative aspects of production, including preparing final designs for presentation, checking and approving color, copy, text format separations, and scaling images for print production.
• Other duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Identifies basic and complex graphic design projects and performs research, conceptualizes design, sets timeline, and designs visual elements for use in a variety of marketing and communications needs, adhering to IU brand guidelines.
• Regularly consults with marketing and communications staff and other key stakeholders to determine project needs and ensure graphic design elements align with strategy and objectives.
• Designs the layout and format for digital and print graphic design content, including selection of colors, images, fonts, logos, and placement, for various marketing and communications needs, audiences, and platforms; may delegate basic design tasks to Graphic Design Assistant(s).
• Creates images, graphic elements, illustrations, and other visual content using a variety of graphic software, including Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint; takes on special and/or urgent projects.
• Seeks input from peers and stakeholders on a variety of graphic design elements to evaluate effectiveness of different aesthetics, colors, fonts, images, etc.
• May provide organizational training on graphic design methodology and strategy.
• May provide guidance to Graphic Design Assistants.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, art, or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years in relevant field

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Demonstrates project management skills

Preferred

• Knowledge or experience in a gallery or museum setting preferred
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of software, Internet, and standard office equipment
• Strong working knowledge of printing, publishing, and/or graphics art procedures and related computer software. Should be proficient in programs available via Adobe Creative Cloud, such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Marketing & Communications

Job Family: Visual Communications

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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