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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S06817P
Position Title
Graphics Designer
Department
Strategic Enroll Comms & Mktg
Location
Arlington
Position Status
Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

• Hybrid remote work may be considered after the six-month probationary period.
• Occasional work on weekends, evenings or holidays required.

Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis
Bi-weekly
Job Summary
The Graphics Designer will play a critical role in supporting the university's enrollment goals by creating visually compelling designs that engage prospective students and strengthen UTA's brand presence. This position will develop and execute creative concepts for print and digital media, ensuring all materials reflect the university's visual identity and resonate with target audiences. This role directly supports UTA's mission by creating designs that inspire and inform prospective students, contributing to enrollment success and enhancing UTA's reputation as a great place to learn and work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SECM leadership to conceptualize and produce design solutions that align with enrollment objectives and UTA's branding standards.
• Design and deliver creative assets for multi-channel marketing campaigns, including social media graphics, website visuals, environmental graphics, publications, and advertisements.
• Enhance and manipulate images for optimal quality and impact across various platforms.
• Develop reusable design templates to support campus partners in student recruitment efforts.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for student interns working on design projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience in marketing and/or processes including writing, designing, and managing marketing//communication projects or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in admissions, enrollment management and/or marketing.
• Experience with the recruitment of prospective students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Familiarity with recruitment-focused design strategies and audience engagement.
• Experience and knowledge with motion graphics, video editing, or UX/UI design is a plus.

Other Requirements
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

Benefits Eligible
Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas - UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.