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Graphic Artist Short-term Hourly (STH) at Antelope Valley College Share on X Print Application Deadline Continuous Date Posted 4/29/2026 Contact Human Resources Number of Openings 1 Salary Single Rate $29.05 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Salary: $29.05 Hourly Length of Work Year see in job descripton Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Antelope Valley College Graphic Artist Short-term Hourly (STH) Salary: $29.05 Hourly Deadline: Continuous Full job description and OFFICIAL application available ONLY at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/avc/jobs/5320420-0/graphic-artist-short-term-hourly-sth Under the direction of the Executive Director Marketing and Public Information, oversees and coordinates the activities and operation of the graphic arts area; coordinates campus-wide communication with visual materials and interactive digital presentations to enhance the instruction, administration, recruitment and promotion of the College; creates concepts and executes design through all phases of graphic development. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES E = indicates essential duties of the position Collaborates with faculty, administrators and staff desiring graphic art services turning abstract concepts and minimal visualization into innovative designs; discusses and suggests needs of project such as type of illustration, copy, size, color, style and time deadlines providing innovative solutions throughout the various stages of the design process

(E) Conceptualizes and creates original and innovative components of design projects for web sites and print graphics as well as multimedia development requiring design elements, typography, and page composition. (E) Collaborates with the Marketing Specialist regarding a variety of graphic projects when appropriate. Develops visual interfaces from sketches to storyboards to working prototypes that are marketable, aesthetically pleasing, and enhance the College's messages to students and the general public.

(E) Produces and designs camera-ready artwork with a variety of media through desktop publishing programs, photo manipulation, paste-ups, free-hand and mechanical lettering, and/or drawings. (E) Provide instructional and miscellaneous artwork including photography, charts, transparencies, window displays, brochures, flyers, ads, posters, graphic templates, banners, signage, event graphics, mailers, certificates, awards and graphs. (E) Provides work direction to students and hourly workers.

(E) Provides support and direction to administrative staff and faculty on how to use and apply various software to develop their own materials; provides computer graphics troubleshooting for administrative staff and faculty. (E) Advises college personnel regarding the application and use of graphics and exhibits. Researches, evaluates, and recommends and/or purchases approved graphic supplies and equipment, computer systems and accessories, and software applications.

(E) Mount and laminates a variety of graphics. Organizes office operations, meeting deadlines, filing and answering phones. (E) Performs basic maintenance and troubleshooting for computer equipment, peripherals and software in graphics area.

Performs other related duties as may be assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in commercial or graphic art, illustrative design or related field and increasingly responsible commercial art experience including the use of graphics and desktop publishing software applications. OTHER INFORMATION KNOWLEDGE OF: Graphic arts design techniques.

Principles of form and color. Desktop and graphic software applications. Materials and equipment used in mechanical and manual lettering processes.

Standard art techniques, such as pen and ink, lettering, tempera, and air brush. Basic techniques of reproduction, such as letter set and offset. Layout and paste-up techniques.

Record-keeping and cost estimating of graphics arts projects. Technical aspects of field of specialty. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Computer generated illustrations and painting. ABILITY TO: Create artistic designs for materials to be used in instructional, departmental and college programs. Create multi-media presentations.

Operate microcomputer with professional graphics and desktop publishing software. Produce skilled artwork by freehand or mechanical means. Arrange, layout and make effective use of visual materials.

Operate digital and traditional camera, laminator, lettering equipment, mounters, and other copying and duplicating equipment. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with faculty, staff and students. Maintain records and prepare reports.

Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field. Meet schedules and timelines. Plan and organize work.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Perform minor maintenance to computer, printer and scanner. Install software.

Analyze and solve problems. Coordinate graphics area. WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides work direction to graphics student and hourly workers.

CONTACTS: Co-workers, faculty, staff, outside printer. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing and light lifting Dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body in the operation of office equipment Sitting at computer for extended periods of time. WORKING CONDITIONS: Office environment.

Working around and with machinery having sharp, hot and moving parts. Working around and with hazardous fumes. For a complete listing and details of all open positions and how to apply, select the HR & Employment link on the AVC Web site at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/avc or contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311; Voice/Relay, (661) 722-6300 x

6360, 3041 West Avenue K, Lancaster, CA 93536. Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer.

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