University of South Carolina
Graphic Designer
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $41K - $52K
💻 Product Development
🗓️ June 9th, 2025
SaaS
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Graphic Designer. This role involves creating original designs and concepts to support the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support's strategic needs. The Graphic Designer will develop public relations and marketing materials to build awareness and drive engagement, leveraging skills in digital and print communications, project management, and custom illustration.
Highlights
- Develop engaging digital content, including social media graphics, videos, and podcasts.
- Create and edit high-quality photos and visuals, using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
- Collaborate with clients and team members to align designs with strategic goals.
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field and proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud required.
- Knowledge of usage rights, licensing, and copyright laws is essential.
- Full-time position with a salary range of $41,258 - $51,572 per year.
Graphic Designer Full Description
Graphic Designer
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 5, 2025.
Logo |
Posting Number | STA00438PO25
Job Family | Creative Services
Job Function | Graphic Design
USC Market Title | Graphic Designer
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/139178
Job Level | P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Graphic Designer
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department | SAAS Communications
State Pay Band | 5
Approved Starting Salary | $41,258
Advertised Salary Range | $41,258 - $51,572
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Communication Services
Posting Number | STA00438PO25
Job Family | Creative Services
Job Function | Graphic Design
USC Market Title | Graphic Designer
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/139178
Job Level | P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Graphic Designer
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department | SAAS Communications
State Pay Band | 5
Approved Starting Salary | $41,258
Advertised Salary Range | $41,258 - $51,572
Location of Vacancy |
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Communication Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Graphic Designer
Do you possess the artistic skill, technical knowledge, and originality needed to create custom illustrations? Are you adept operating in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, while maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating flexibility in responding to evolving project conditions? Do you have detailed working knowledge of software for digital design and development, print design and publishing, and the precise preparation of files for vendors? Are you knowledgeable about usage rights, licensing, and copyright laws? Do you possess excellent communication and creative thinking skills?
The Graphic Designer develops original concepts and designs to meet the strategic needs of the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support. They produce public relations and marketing materials for diverse audiences to build awareness, drive engagement, and enhance the division’s reputation. The designer leverages their expertise in visual design, custom illustration, project management, and production to deliver compelling and creative solutions for both digital and print communications.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and create engaging digital content, including social media posts, website, videos, podcasts, and other multimedia assets. Capture and edit high-quality photos and videos that showcase campus life, events, academic programs, research activities, and student achievements. Create and revise digital artwork and photos by preparing final files for quality publishing or digital use while utilizing industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to create visuals. Work closely with clients to understand their needs and collaborate with communications and marketing team members to ensure designs align with strategy and broader division goals. Translate the university brand as defined by the Brand Collaborative to an effective visual communications and strategy for the division.
Perks:
Full-time pay with a 37.5 work week. Generous annual and sick leave accrual, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capital city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.
Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or Visual Communications preferred. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud including but not limited to Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of graphic design best practices and production processes.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Possess a positive attitude and demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing conditions on projects.
Detailed working knowledge of software for digital design and development, print design and publishing, and the accurate preparation of files for vendors.
Intermediate level skills with core Adobe Creative Cloud design applications. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Well-developed understanding of established and emerging design aesthetics, print and digital design principles, typography, color theory, illustration, photography, and techniques for effective design.
Artistic skill, technical knowledge, and originality through custom illustration.
Excellent communications and creative thinking skills, with an ability to effectively present to clients and communicate underlying strategies.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
Familiarity with usage rights, licensing, and copyright laws.
Ability to create and design within defined brand standards.
Ability to work as a team player, demonstrate personal initiative and inspire colleagues.
Do you possess the artistic skill, technical knowledge, and originality needed to create custom illustrations? Are you adept operating in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, while maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating flexibility in responding to evolving project conditions? Do you have detailed working knowledge of software for digital design and development, print design and publishing, and the precise preparation of files for vendors? Are you knowledgeable about usage rights, licensing, and copyright laws? Do you possess excellent communication and creative thinking skills?
The Graphic Designer develops original concepts and designs to meet the strategic needs of the Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support. They produce public relations and marketing materials for diverse audiences to build awareness, drive engagement, and enhance the division’s reputation. The designer leverages their expertise in visual design, custom illustration, project management, and production to deliver compelling and creative solutions for both digital and print communications.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and create engaging digital content, including social media posts, website, videos, podcasts, and other multimedia assets. Capture and edit high-quality photos and videos that showcase campus life, events, academic programs, research activities, and student achievements. Create and revise digital artwork and photos by preparing final files for quality publishing or digital use while utilizing industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to create visuals. Work closely with clients to understand their needs and collaborate with communications and marketing team members to ensure designs align with strategy and broader division goals. Translate the university brand as defined by the Brand Collaborative to an effective visual communications and strategy for the division.
Perks:
Full-time pay with a 37.5 work week. Generous annual and sick leave accrual, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capital city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | May graduates will be considered if they will be able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.
Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or Visual Communications preferred. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud including but not limited to Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of graphic design best practices and production processes.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Possess a positive attitude and demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing conditions on projects.
Detailed working knowledge of software for digital design and development, print design and publishing, and the accurate preparation of files for vendors.
Intermediate level skills with core Adobe Creative Cloud design applications. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Well-developed understanding of established and emerging design aesthetics, print and digital design principles, typography, color theory, illustration, photography, and techniques for effective design.
Artistic skill, technical knowledge, and originality through custom illustration.
Excellent communications and creative thinking skills, with an ability to effectively present to clients and communicate underlying strategies.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
Familiarity with usage rights, licensing, and copyright laws.
Ability to create and design within defined brand standards.
Ability to work as a team player, demonstrate personal initiative and inspire colleagues.
Job Duties
Job Duty
- Develop and create engaging digital content, including social media posts, website, videos, podcasts, and other multimedia assets.
- Capture and edit high-quality photos and videos that showcase campus life, events, academic programs, research activities, and student achievements.
- Ensure all visual content adheres to brand guidelines and effectively communicates the university’s messaging.
- Using software to enhance images, correct color, and remove imperfections.
- Maintaining and using photography equipment, including cameras, lighting and software.
- Developing and implementing creative ideas for photo shoots and campaigns.
- Finding creative solutions to technical or logistical challenges on shoots.
- Translate the university brand as defined by the Brand Collaborative to an effective visual communications and strategy for the division.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 50Job Duty | Create and revise digital artwork and photos by preparing final files for quality publishing or digital use while utilizing industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to create visuals.
Prepare exacting specifications and instructions for print or digital output.
Ensure that photography meets quality standards and technical requirements.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Work closely with clients to understand their needs and collaborate with communications and marketing team members to ensure designs align with strategy and broader division goals.
Keep team members, clients and managers informed of all project statuses in real time via production management software, verbal communication and other reports.
Facilitate meetings with group/client when necessary.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Other duties as assigned
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No
Hazardous weather category | Essential
Hazardous weather category | Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 06/06/2025
Job Close Date | 07/05/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by July 5, 2025. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/188482
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date |
Job Open Date | 06/06/2025
Job Close Date | 07/05/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by July 5, 2025. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/188482
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
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