Temporary Graphic Designer

Position Information
Posting Number
PG195128TM

Position Number
11ASO3462

Position Type
Temporary

Essential Job Duties
The graphic designer will provide design, layout, digital and print production services for CALS Communications on an as-needed basis during the contract period.

Duties Include:

• Create visual representations of a client's ideas using images, symbols, and text. This could include designs for websites, posters, books, magazines, product packaging, and more
• Place final content and images into a print layout using Adobe InDesign. Layout may be adjusted as necessary to accommodate the needs dictated by the content
• Use best practices to design for accessibility within the InDesign file (see Using Adobe InDesign to Create Accessible PDF Documents)
• Use the Acrobat Accessibility Check tool to check the exported interactive PDF file and resolve any accessibility issues. Ensure the following accessibility features within the PDF file:
  • Logical reading order
  • Alt-text for all figures and images
  • Accessible tables with tagged headers
  • Properly tagged content
• Obtain proof approvals from Department contacts before finalizing the design project
• Generate web-friendly or print-ready PDF files depending on project requirements

Deliverable(s): Accessible web PDF files, press-quality PDF files, packaged InDesign files including all linkedimages

Is Time Limited
No

If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information
Job City & State
Raleigh, NC

Department
CALS Communications

System Information
Classification Title
Temporary-Professional NonFaculty

Working Title
Temporary Graphic Designer

Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule
20/hrs per week

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or related to the area of assignment; OR an equivalent combination
  of education and experience

Department Required Skills

• Experience with design programs for print, web and ditigal media

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Bachelor's degree and two years experience

Required License or Certification

• n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required?
No

Commercial Driver's License Required?
No

Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range
$30/hr

Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date
05/07/2025

Applicant Information
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EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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