Environmental Graphic Designer, Senior - Office of the University Architect

Job Profile Facilities Specialist 2 Job Family Facilities Management Position Type Full time Salary $60,000 – $65,000 per year, commensurate with experience and education. Schedule Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Responsibilities Develop and govern university environmental graphic design standards, signage guidelines, fabrication details, and implementation procedures to ensure consistency across all campuses. Work closely with project teams, consultants, contractors, accessibility services, environmental health and safety, fire marshal, facilities management, enterprise marketing, and other stakeholders to coordinate signage requirements and resolve complex design, accessibility and code compliance issues. Review construction documents, signage packages, location plans, message schedules, and fabrication details for compliance with university standards, accessibility requirements, building codes and project objectives. Develop cost estimates, project scopes, implementation strategies, and resource planning tools to support project budgeting and delivery. Provide oversight and compliance for environmental graphics, signs, maps, directories, digital wayfinding systems, banners, murals, and related visual communication elements supporting campus identity and navigation. Prepare presentations, visualizations, reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation for leadership review and decision making. Prepare cost estimates for design, production, fabrication and installation; maintain accurate records of work in progress for billing and department records. Prepare photo visualizations and mockups of proposed signage for placement, content and/or usage. Proof designs for consistency and adherence to established printing and quality standards/specifications. Create and prepare floorplans to determine placement. Conduct construction drawing reviews. Coordinate and lead the work of others. Desired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts or a related field such as English, Journalism, Marketing, Psychology, Advertising or Public Relations. Three years of experience in Architectural Signage, Environmental Graphic Design, Graphic Design or Industrial Design; or seven years of experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education. Knowledge of project management, process improvement and organizational workflow development. Knowledge of accessibility, life safety, and building code signage requirements. Knowledge of signage standards, fabrication methods, materials and installation practices. Knowledge of wayfinding systems and user‑centered design principles. Knowledge of fabrication requirements, processes and computer‑generated signage programs. Skill in verbal and written communication, presentation development, editing and proofreading. Skill in coordinating multiple stakeholders and resolving complex project issues. Skill in the utilization of computerized signage planning and design software. Ability to conceptualize needs, evaluate alternatives, estimate costs, and communicate university requirements. Ability to work from construction documents, hand drawings, and digital files. Knowledge of printing procedures and requirements. Ability to be accurate while meeting time constraints and budget limitations. Ability to design within established university graphic standards guidelines. Working Environment Climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, prolonged standing and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus. Working in confined spaces. Perform tasks in an environmentally controlled office setting, including extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Driving University vehicle/carts. Benefits Flexible work schedules. Accrued vacation and sick leave; paid holidays. Tuition reduction program for staff members and their families. Paid parental leave. Comprehensive health insurance, including dental, vision, and life insurance. Retirement program through the Arizona State Retirement System. Paid time for volunteer and professional development. Wellness program and employee assistance services. Location Campus: Tempe – The position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs. Driving Requirements Valid Arizona Class D driver’s license and a driving record of five or fewer points in the most recent 39‑month period. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona State University