Remote Illustrator Graphic Designer Jobs in Appleton, WI

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Position Title:
Graphic Designer
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Graphic Designer
Job Duties:
The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh invites applications for a full-time Graphic Designer within the Department of Marketing. In this role, you will conceptualize, design, and produce high-quality visual content that advances the university's strategic communications, marketing, and storytelling goals across a wide range of platforms and audiences.
Working in a collaborative, creative environment, you will capture the breadth of campus life-from academic achievements and student stories to athletic events, institutional announcements, and community partnerships.
Key Job Responsibilities:

• Analyzes and identifies cost effective options to meet project requirements

• Creates, designs, and produces artwork per project specifications through various mediums

• Works collaboratively with other creative professionals, engages in and responds to creative feedback, manages project workflow and timing, maintains files, and follows established work unit processes

• Applies creative expertise within established brand and style guidelines

• Answers questions and provides information and problem resolution options to clients and stakeholders

• Conceptualizes, plans, and executes digital and/or print design to support the strategic objectives of the institution; creates on-brand, compelling visual assets used to inform, educate, inspire, and/or persuade.

• Schedules logistics, secures resources, organizes, and monitors art production projects adhering to established timelines and expectations

Department:
Marketing
Compensation:
Starting at $40,000 commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in graphic design, including print and digital production.
• Proficiency in professional design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of typography, layout, color theory, and image production across diverse formats.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with diverse campus and community constituents.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to on- and off-campus locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a higher education, nonprofit, or agency environment.
• Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or video production.
• Experience with UX/UI design or web-based design tools (e.g., Figma, Canva for Enterprise).
• Familiarity with environmental or large-format print production.
• Photography skills to supplement design assignments as needed.
• Portfolio demonstrating range across social content, long-form publications, event materials, and brand campaigns.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, fine arts, or a related field-OR-an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

How to Apply:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio - Optional

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 07/01/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
Contact Information:
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166
Work Authorization
Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
Legal Notices:
Reasonable Accommodations
UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact hroffice@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.