Graphic Designer

Salary: $51,600.00 - $61,884.00 Annually
Location : Southern Wake Campus
Job Type: Full-time, Annual
Job Number: 06594
DIVISION : Communications and Marketing
DEPARTMENT : Communications and Marketing
Opening Date: 04/30/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Description

Pay Grade: Specialist 7

This position is responsible for creating high-quality designs and graphics for traditional and digital platforms.
Responsibilities and Duties ( Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Creates designs and produces digital layouts for logos, illustrations, and marketing collateral materials including but not limited to brochures, flyers, posters, invitations, event programs, banners, signs, tradeshow displays, and electronic graphics for website, email, and social media

Works closely with the Brand Identity and Design Manager to establish and maintain appropriate, accurate, and consistent visual representation of the college brand to the public

Works closely with the Communications & Marketing team to convey appropriate, accurate, and consistent messaging on all visual assets

Participates in meetings with Marketing Director and Project Managers to discuss project objectives and specifications with clients

Operates large format printers and manually assembles signs, display materials, and stage props

Photographs faculty, staff, students, and college events as needed for collateral materials or public relations

Meets with clients to discuss needs, project objectives, and timelines

Provides training guidance to faculty and staff in the proper use of branded marketing templates

Monitors production supplies and reports needs to the Brand Identity and Design Manager

Maintains archival records of design files and photographs

Coordinates printing, delivery, and distribution of collateral materials

Updates project reports including logging and closing out tasks

Acts as an ambassador for Wake Tech Community College when participating in professional development and networking opportunities outside of the college

Completes professional development training to keep skills up-to-date and keep up with latest industry trends

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud including but not limited to InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Light Room. After Effects and Premiere are a plus.

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office programs

Able to manage multiple assignments effectively and accurately

Able to communicate print needs with in-house print shop manager and outside vendors

Able to work on site

Good understanding of offset and digital printing, and typography

Strong skills in professional writing and proofreading

Ability to present ideas and give progress reports to stakeholders

Ability to use reference materials, manuals, and style guides

Ability to represent the college in a professional manner

Ability to work within budgetary and deadline constraints

Ability to compare data from variety of sources to ensure accuracy and completeness

Possesses knowledge of Web Design and CMS

Skilled in digital photography

Ability to crouch, bend, climb and lift up to 50 lbs.
Minimum Requirements:

Associate degree in Graphic Design or related field

Three years of advertising graphic design experience including demonstrated experience using Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Creative Suite programs such as InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Valid Driver's license and approval required by the College's liability insurance carrier

Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed for special events

Preferences:

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Essential Personnel:

TBD

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.
Benefits at a Glance

Wake Technical Community College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our annual employees. Click here for more information.

• State Health Plan
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Care Exchange Notice
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• Disability Plan
• NC Retirement Plan
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Community Service, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
• Paid Holidays
• Prior State Service Verification
• Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Benefits
• College Savings Program
• State Employees' Credit Union
• State Employees Association of NC (SEANC)
• Employee Discount Program
• Identity Theft Insurance

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Please note: Most temporary (part-time or full-time) employees do not earn benefits.
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Please list computer applications/software relating to graphic design that you have used, and identify your skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced, etc.)
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Please describe your graphic design experience.
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How many years of experience in advertising graphic design do you have?
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Do you have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record?

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Are you able to work evenings and weekends as needed?

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