Graphic Design Specialist (TEMPORARY)

Posting Number: 0002019

Location: Contra Costa College

Salary: $27.76 per hour

Position Definition:

To design, develop, and produce marketing and communication materials for college faculty and staff; to coordinate and schedule the print production and delivery of graphic services; and to provide technical staff assistance.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

N/A

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Designs, develops, and produces graphic materials which are used for instructional purposes by faculty and staff.
• Produces graphic materials for non-instructional uses by the District.
• Designs, configures the lay out, and produces original publicity and advertising materials such as posters, brochures, programs, flyers, postcards, advertisements, signs and tickets; works closely with faculty and staff to determine graphics needs and appropriate methods to be applied.
• Produces and uploads graphics, photos, schedules and catalogs on the college website, creating interactive linking as necessary.
• Determines appropriate media, materials, and design of graphics to be produced; schedules, coordinates and prioritizes projects to ensure effective and efficient results.
• Troubleshoots, maintains, and performs minor repair on equipment used.
• Prepares purchase orders and reviews material needs with vendors and suppliers.
• Provides assistance with budget preparation, providing input as to what materials, supplies, and equipment are needed.
• Operates wide production and recording equipment, including cameras, computers, and related control equipment.
• Works collaboratively with the Marketing and Communications Director on college projects and marketing campaigns.
• Manages projects assigned to interns; helps develop artwork pieces and monitors to ensure successful completions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience performing media designer functions.

EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Illustration/Design, Art/Design or a related field, or the equivalent.

Knowledge Of:

Knowledge of:

A wide variety of state-of-the-art graphics media, materials, supplies, and equipment, and their uses and applications.

Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of graphics design.

Uses and operation of photographic equipment and materials.

Applications of graphics to a variety of instructional and learning programs.

Effective communication methods, both oral and written.

Modern practices and procedures used in purchasing, budgeting, and personnel management.

Copyright and Fair Use Laws.

Skill To:

N/A

Ability To:

Skill/Ability to:

Design, lay out, and produce original artwork for instructional, informational and marketing purposes.

Schedule and prioritize work to accomplish expected results in an effective, efficient, and timely manner.

Operate and maintain photographic equipment and supplies.

Perform assigned responsibilities with a significant degree of independence and judgment.

Learn, interpret, and apply District policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio- economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with full Adobe suite, Canva and other graphic design, publication design, photo and video editing tools, including AI filters and applications
• Experience working in an educational environment
• Experience in project management

Special Instructions:

This position designs, develops, and produces digital and physical marketing and communication materials; coordinates and schedules the print production and delivery of graphic services; provides photography and videography services; and provides technical staff assistance. This is a part-time hourly position.

Job Close Date: 7/2/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes