GRAPHIC DESIGNER

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. Posting Details Posting Number: SRGV9174 Working Title: GRAPHIC DESIGNER Number of Vacancies: 1 Location: Edinburg, Texas Department: University Marketing and Communications

FTE: 1

FLSA: Exempt Scope of Job: To provide high-quality and professional graphic design services for University marketing supporting brand consistency to deliver impactful university marketing initiatives. Description of Duties Creates and provides high-quality creative static visual components for marketing materials across print (flyers, posters, brochures), outdoor advertising (wall wraps, billboards, etc.), and web graphics. Collaborates with multimedia designers (MMD) and other departments to deliver impactful university marketing initiatives. Works collaboratively with the supervisor to ensure creative designs completed accurately represent the university’s mission, vision, and values. Ensures consistent brand identity by adhering to university style guidelines and assisting the multimedia designers with revisions to existing graphics. Collaborates and contributes to the creative development process, particularly supporting the multimedia designer’s work on digital and interactive elements. Provides research and concept development for university marketing materials, with a focus on static visuals. Adheres to quality control standards by proofing, reviewing, and evaluating creative outputs. Effectively manages assigned projects independently, meets deadlines, and reports to the supervisor. Participates in creating and presenting creative pitches, focusing on static visual elements. Responsible for producing materials using industry-standard design software (i.e., Adobe Suite). Assists with reviews and pre-print proofs to ensure the highest quality production and prepares artwork for print. Coordinates multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervision Received: General supervision from assigned supervisor. Supervision Given: Direct supervision of assigned staff. Required Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine art, marketing, advertising, or related field. Licenses/Certifications: Preferred: Specific training, certifications, licenses or similar related to graphic design. Required Experience: One (1) year experience performing graphic design work. Preferred Experience: None. Equipment: Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio/visual equipment. Proficiency in industry-standard design software like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is a must. Working Conditions: Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office environment; some travel and weekend work is required. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Other: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards. Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail are essential to ensure pre-press-ready artwork adheres to brand guidelines and reflects the university’s professional image. A solid foundation in design principles, including layout, graphics, and typography is expected to create visually appealing marketing materials. Ability to work effectively with other team members, other departments and stakeholders, offering and receiving constructive feedback, is key. Physical Capabilities: N/A Employment Category: Full-Time Minimum Salary: Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary: Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date: 10/06/2026 Grant Funded Position: No EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Special Instructions Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at for detailed contact information. Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources. Posting Supplemental Questions * Are you a current UTRGV employee? Yes No * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions? Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions * Please select your highest level of completed education. 6th grade education 10th grade education High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours Bachelors Degree from an accredited university Masters Degree from an accredited university Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university None of the above

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Over 10 years * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Unofficial Transcripts Reference Letter 1 Reference Letter 2 Reference Letter 3 Multi Media Other Document List of 3 References Unofficial Transcripts 2 Unofficial Transcripts 3 Unofficial Graduate Transcripts Additional Document #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley