Graphic Designer

Job Description

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Req #: 232819 Department: INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS Job Location: Seattle Campus Posting Date: 04/02/2024 Closing Info: Closes On 04/10/2024 Salary: $3,727 - $4,985 per month Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an IMPACT by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in GROWTH through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a COMMUNITY who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that INCLUSION means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all.
With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities.
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Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an IMPACT by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in GROWTH though dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a COMMUNITY who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that INCLUSION means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all.
With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities.
This position reports to the Senior Graphic Designer and will create, conceptualize, design and produce professional publications and other graphic solutions meeting the needs of the Washington Athletic Department, from the point of design and layout through final production.
This role will serve as the lead creative designer for Women’s Basketball, Baseball, & Men’s and Women’s Soccer, while supporting other sports as needed. Work in collaboration with Director of Digital Displays to create in-venue videoboard graphics and graphic templates for lead sports.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction from the Senior Graphic Designer the Graphic Designer is responsible for the design, layout and preparation of original artwork for a variety of communication purposes, including print material as well as for web and digital. Projects may include, but are not limited to, posters, promotional giveaways, brochures, ads, emails, and web graphics.
This position will plan, coordinate, and organize multiple projects at once. Create print layouts, designs, and execute artwork for Athletic Department needs including, but not limited to, posters, schedule cards, program shells, trading cards, brochures, fliers, and advertisements.

Execute and design digital graphics related to the athletics website, email campaigns, online ticketing, online banner ads, in-stadium graphics, and social media platforms. Select the most appropriate techniques and output available within the project budget.

Exercise independent judgment in the production of complex graphic design materials from concept to final execution.

Maintain the comprehensive archive system of all previous and current graphic projects, including regular file back-ups on different drives. Serve as a production resource to the Director of Video Production, and the Director of Digital Strategy.

Maintain a professional level of communication with all internal and external stakeholders. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned to achieve the goals and objectives of the department.

Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
One year of applicable college level training in graphics design, or equivalent art school training and one year of experience as a graphic illustrator, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator) or higher on a Mac OS platform. Must be detail-oriented and possess superior organizational skills to coordinate several major printing projects simultaneously. Must be able to work long hours (evenings and weekends) when necessary to meet multiple deadlines.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of one year of previous full-time graphic design experience is strongly preferred. Additional experience in motion graphics, video production, web design, illustration and or photography will be given added consideration but is not required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Power Point and Excel is helpful but not required. Candidates who are sports knowledgeable will be given added consideration, but it is not required.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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