Fresno - California State University - Library Graphic Designer

https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/518650/library-graphic-designer

Salary

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3,717 - $3,903 per month
• Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,717 - $6,726 per month

Close Date

Open until filled

Job Summary

The Library Graphic Designer is an integral part of a team who will rely on his/her expertise in design and will be expected to provide artistic direction based on the needs of the project stakeholders, the advice of the Library Communications and Programming Specialist, and University branding requirements.  The incumbent is responsible for the artistic and graphic design and creation of print, digital, multimedia, mobile and social media materials for the library.  They use both design and production elements to organize ideas visually to convey the desired impact and message to the target audience.  They design and create a wide range of materials including, but not limited to: printed materials, library instruction materials, faculty presentation materials, exhibits, training sessions, videos, photographs, social media content, print and digital ads, signage, promotional products, direct mail, and public information projects.  They will also analyze files and assess suitability for printing, including quality, clarity, alignment, accuracy, and format.  The will be responsible for the design and creation of library handouts, guides, newsletters, brochures, signs, posters.  The incumbent works closely and in keeping with all University and Library branding and accessibility standards.  They will process print material from start to production to ensure quality of design is met and track costs related to design, printing, and production of visual materials for various projects.  They will edit and proofread all critical aspects of images and text of designs.  

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge in the principles and techniques of artistic and graphic design, as well as demonstrated design and artistic skills.
• Working knowledge of copyright laws application to design work and creative properties.
• Solid working knowledge of applicable graphic design software packages, hardware systems and peripherals.
• Skill/Ability to:
• Demonstrated creativity with an emphasis on attention to detail.
• Use and maintain currency with applicable computer software packages and systems.
• Strong graphic design skills and artistic ability and communication skills.
• Translate university communication needs into artistic designs to maximize the impact and message to the intended audience, with an emphasis on typography and photographic elements.
• Consult with library faculty and staff to understand their communication needs and to ensure that design concepts are tailored to the intended audience.
• Select the visual materials to be used in the communication of information.
• Create and source visual material including original illustrations or designs as needed.
• Design the placement and appearance of visual material in relation to printed materials.
• Design and plan the effective use of color, tone, and harmony.
• Design, produce, and coordinate various materials (such as photographs, illustrations, diagrams, text, charts, graphs, slides, computer animation, and infographics) required in the production of final products.
• Meet deadlines and show strong project management skills working with others or as part of a team to see the intended message carried out from inception to finished digital or print media.
• Plan, coordinate and direct graphic art communications projects and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to use interactive technologies and to create new methods for combining software and graphic packages to address communication and visual product goals.
• Ability to understand university level curriculum concepts and convey them graphically.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and with people of diverse backgrounds and across organizational lines.
• Effectively organize and manage multiple tasks.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of related technical experience or equivalent level of education and experience.
• Experience with common graphics and multimedia file formats.
• Specialized Skills:
• Proficiency with both Mac and Windows operating systems Adobe Creative Suite - PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat DC, Creative Cloud Express.
• Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with Google Suite - Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Google Slides, etc.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products - Word, Excel and PowerPoint, etc.
• Familiarity with digital content and common online publishing tools such as Wordpress, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Experience using popular video editing tools such as FinalCut Pro, Adobe Premier, Adobe After Effects.
• Familiarity with videography, video and audio editing, still photography, and Canva.
• Experience with YouTube and Vimeo.

 

Department Summary

The Library supports the university mission of education, research, and service. To this end, the Library selects, develops, manages, and provides access to information resources; promotes the critical use of information for learning and research; and presents cultural and scholarly programming that serves the campus, region and beyond.