Graphic Designer

About Us Join our Team at the College of Coastal Georgia! Located on the southeast Atlantic coast in Brunswick, midway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida, the College of Coastal Georgia is an undergraduate college in the University System of Georgia with an additional outreach through the Camden Center in Kingsland, Georgia. The College provides an affordable and interactive education in the natural beauty and abundant sunshine of Georgia's Golden Isles, an area noted for world-class golf courses and resorts as well as amazing diversity of maritime habitats, wildlife and sea creatures. To learn more about the College of Coastal Georgia's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: Location Our campus is located at One College Drive Brunswick, GA 31520. Job Summary This position serves as the College's professional graphic designer and is responsible for developing creative print, digital, and multimedia communications that support enrollment, advancement, institutional communications, and campus initiatives. The position manages multiple high-profile design projects simultaneously and ensures visual communications are consistent with the College's brand standards. Responsibilities 1 - Designs and produces creative print, digital, and multimedia materials that support enrollment, advancement, institutional communications, and other College initiatives. 2 - Develops original graphic designs, illustrations, publications, presentations, infographics, signage, and promotional materials for use across print, web, social media, and other digital platforms. 3 - Coordinates multiple graphic design projects simultaneously by establishing production schedules, prioritizing assignments, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality communications that support institutional priorities. 4 - Ensures all graphic design projects comply with the College's brand standards and visual identity guidelines while maintaining consistency across marketing and communication materials. 5 - Coordinates photography, videography, and other visual content for marketing campaigns, institutional events, and College publications. 6 - Works directly with commercial printers, photographers, and other vendors to coordinate production specifications, review proofs, and ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of printed and promotional materials. 7 - Maintains digital design files, graphic assets, and marketing materials while ensuring current branding, accessibility standards, and production specifications are met. 8 - Provides graphic design consultation and creative support to campus departments to effectively communicate information through visual media. 9 - Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Baccalaureate degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts, Marketing, Communications, or a closely related field. Other Required Qualifications Position of Trust; successful completion of a background check required. Required Experience More than three years of progressively responsible professional graphic design or visual communications experience. Preferred Qualifications -Experience in higher education, government, or nonprofit marketing. -Professional photography and videography experience. -Experience managing print production and vendor relationships. -Experience designing for websites, social media, email marketing, and digital advertising. -Experience developing publications, annual reports, and other large-scale print and digital communications. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES -Ability to develop creative and effective visual communications that support institutional goals. -Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards. -Ability to exercise independent judgment in developing creative solutions and recommending design approaches. -Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, vendors, and external partners. -Ability to interpret project needs and translate concepts into effective print, digital, and multimedia communications. KNOWLEDGE -Knowledge of graphic design principles, typography, color theory, layout, and visual communication. -Knowledge of print production processes, paper stocks, printing specifications, and production methods. -Knowledge of branding and visual identity standards across print and digital media. -Knowledge of current graphic design, digital marketing, and multimedia trends. -Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices for digital and print communications. SKILLS -Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and other graphic design software. -Skill in photography, photo editing, and multimedia content creation. -Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. -Excellent written, verbal, communication, and collaboration skills. -Skill in creative problem solving and visual storytelling. Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or email View email address on click.appcast.io. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Conditions of Employment * Successful completion of background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment * College of Coastal Georgia is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the College of Coastal Georgia, as determined by the College of Coastal Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable a satisfactory credit check, Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this college and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity The College of Coastal Georgia provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr