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Open Date  | 05/05/2025
Requisition Number  | PRN41817B
Job Title  | Graphic Designer
Working Title  | Graphic Designer
Job Grade  | D
FLSA Code  | Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  | Monday through Friday, occasional nights and weekends as needed to support events.
On-Campus Requirement:This is an essential, full-time, on-campus role based on-site to ensure seamless in-person collaboration and effective liaison between various programs and the marketing team. While this role is in-person, the Specialist will also regularly engage with remote team members and participate in virtual meetings for training, direction, and project coordination.
VP Area  | Academic Affairs
Department  | 00033 - Executive Education
Location  | Campus
City  | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | 50000 to 57000
Close Date  | 05/11/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  |
Job Summary  | Are you a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with a passion for visual storytelling and digital design?

The Graduate Programs & Executive Education department at the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah is seeking a Graphic Designer to join our Enrollment Marketing team. In this role, you will create engaging, brand-aligned visuals to drive enrollment for our graduate programs and executive education offerings, while also contributing to campaign strategy, analytics, and social media support.

This is an exciting opportunity for a designer skilled in both print and digital media, with a focus on editorial, UX design, and marketing performance. You will collaborate closely with our marketing team, working on everything from promotional materials and social media graphics to swag design and event collateral. We’re looking for a full team member who will be fully trained, involved in projects, and plugged into all aspects of our marketing work.
Responsibilities  | Design marketing materials including print collateral, digital ads, social media graphics, presentations, email templates, and event signage. Maintain a consistent design aesthetic across all materials in alignment with university and program branding guidelines. Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative concepts and ensure visual cohesion across all platforms. Coordinate the design of program swag, including placement proof Manage and maintain inventory of printed materials and ensure timely distribution for events and outreach efforts. Support UX and editorial design for program websites and digital interfaces. Analyze campaign performance metrics to drive data-informed decisions. Collaborate with external marketing vendors to identify opportunities, align creative assets, and support comprehensive campaign execution. Conduct market research and competitive benchmarking to inform strategies and keep our programs relevant and attractive. Track campaign performance and provide reports and recommendations for ongoing optimization. Lead the standardization and visual design of student-facing communications across all graduate business programs—including event promotion, newsletters, presentation templates, and other materials—to reduce inefficiencies and improve branding consistency. Expand marketing support for Executive Education, including the design and execution of email drip campaigns, one-off communications, sales and business development collateral, and event support. Help elevate social media content through high-quality design and campaign integration. Stay current with design trends, marketing technologies, and professional development opportunities to improve team capabilities. Work closely with both remote and on-campus team members, program directors, and stakeholders. Participate in team meetings, trainings, events, and collaborative projects. Provide support and coverage for MBA events and other priority initiatives as needed.
Note: This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, lifting up to 25 lb.
Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) plus 3 years of related experience and a portfolio at the time of the interview required; demonstrated effective communication skills; the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences  | Proven experience as a graphic designer with a strong portfolio showcasing both print and digital work. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and other relevant design tools. Strong understanding of layout, typography, UX, and editorial design across digital and print formats. Creative thinker with a curiosity for new marketing trends and design approaches. Highly detail-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, easygoing nature—able to work effectively within a small, remote team. Experience working with vendors and managing production processes for swag and printed materials. Familiarity with web design, CMS platforms, and basic HTML. Coachable and adaptable, with a growth mindset and openness to feedback. Customer-service focused, with a passion for supporting prospective students and promoting educational programs.
Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  |
Additional Information  | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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