University of Maryland
IDEA Factory: Web and Visual Design Lead
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College Park, MD
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Full-Time
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$110K - $138K
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Design
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February 16th, 2026
Figma
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) is hiring an IDEA Factory: Web and Visual Design Lead. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining xFoundry's digital presence, producing visual assets across various media, and managing end-to-end visual and front-end execution of the brand, including responsive web development integrated with CMS, APIs, and AI services.
Highlights
- Lead design and development of xFoundry’s digital presence and visual assets.
- Design site architecture, visual systems, and translate designs into functional responsive websites.
- Integrate websites with CMS platforms, APIs, and AI-enabled services.
- Use modern design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, plus knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Require 3–5 years in hybrid web development and visual design, with hands-on Webflow or similar platform experience.
- Ability to manage website lifecycle from concept to launch and maintenance.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate across marketing, technical, and leadership teams.
- Must submit a portfolio showcasing live functional websites and visual asset examples.
- Salary range from $110,000 to $138,000.
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Web Development, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience required.
IDEA Factory: Web and Visual Design Lead Full Description
Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:
The Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (Mtech) is seeking a Web and Visual Design Lead for xFoundry. This role is a core member of the xFoundry marketing team, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the organization's digital presence while producing high-quality visual assets across multiple content streams, including social media, print, and presentations.
In this role, you will own the end-to-end visual and front-end execution of xFoundry's brand, bridging the gap between high-fidelity design and functional web development. You will design site architecture and visual systems, translate them into fully functional, responsive websites using modern visual development platforms, and ensure those sites integrate seamlessly with CMS platforms, APIs, and AI-enabled services.
Your ability to operate fluently across web development, visual design, and emerging AI tooling will be essential in creating a cohesive, scalable, and future-ready digital ecosystem for xFoundry.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Web Development, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience in visual development
EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of experience in a hybrid web development and visual design role, with hands-on experience building sites using Webflow or similar platforms
KSA:
a. Strong command of modern design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and a working understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
b. Experience integrating websites with CMS platforms, APIs, and external services; familiarity with AI-enabled tools is strongly preferred
c. Ability to manage the technical lifecycle of a website from concept to launch and ongoing maintenance, balancing creativity with technical constraints
d. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with marketing, technical, and leadership stakeholders under deadline-driven conditions
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.
Preferences:
NA
Licenses/ Certifications:
NA
The Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (Mtech) is seeking a Web and Visual Design Lead for xFoundry. This role is a core member of the xFoundry marketing team, responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the organization's digital presence while producing high-quality visual assets across multiple content streams, including social media, print, and presentations.
In this role, you will own the end-to-end visual and front-end execution of xFoundry's brand, bridging the gap between high-fidelity design and functional web development. You will design site architecture and visual systems, translate them into fully functional, responsive websites using modern visual development platforms, and ensure those sites integrate seamlessly with CMS platforms, APIs, and AI-enabled services.
Your ability to operate fluently across web development, visual design, and emerging AI tooling will be essential in creating a cohesive, scalable, and future-ready digital ecosystem for xFoundry.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Web Development, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience in visual development
EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of experience in a hybrid web development and visual design role, with hands-on experience building sites using Webflow or similar platforms
KSA:
a. Strong command of modern design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and a working understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
b. Experience integrating websites with CMS platforms, APIs, and external services; familiarity with AI-enabled tools is strongly preferred
c. Ability to manage the technical lifecycle of a website from concept to launch and ongoing maintenance, balancing creativity with technical constraints
d. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with marketing, technical, and leadership stakeholders under deadline-driven conditions
Physical Demands:
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus.
Preferences:
NA
Licenses/ Certifications:
NA
Additional Job Details
Additional Information: UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future
Required Application Materials: **Portfolio Required: Applicants must provide a portfolio showcasing live, functional websites they have designed and built, as well as examples of visual assets across digital or print media. In addition, please include a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and List of References
Best Consideration Date: February 25, 2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Financial Disclosure Required
No
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
ENGR-MTECH-IDEA Factory
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Regular
Salary Range
$110,000 - $138,000
Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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