Graphic Designer II - Grants Hub/VPR
Graphic Designer II - Grants Hub/VPR
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
Job ID : 52624d6a32507a31496b6b752f316e6e5a673d3d
Job Description :
Position Information:
Position Title:
Graphic Designer II - Grants Hub/VPR
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in graphic design, visual art, or related fieldExperience developing visually engaging graphics to communicate technical or highly complex information to a broad audience
Experience designing graphics for both print and digital environments
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro)
Experience with brand management and development
Experience with photography, photo editing, and video production
Job Description:
The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR)/Grants Hub is seeking a qualified Graphic Designer II to provide professional internal and external communications for the OVPR and to support external research funding proposals by Iowa State researchers.
The overarching goal of the OVPR is to grow the scale, stature, and impact of research at Iowa State. It does so by fostering interdisciplinary research initiatives that target some of society’s greatest challenges and by providing researchers throughout the university with the tools and support they need to be successful in their endeavors. As the central research development unit within the OVPR, the Grants Hub helps researchers across Iowa State University increase their funding success and build high-impact interdisciplinary research teams and projects.
The Graphic Designer II will primarily work closely with various ISU researchers and interdisciplinary research teams to translate complex concepts, data, processes and organizational structures into visual elements – such as technical figures, diagrams, charts, and infographics – for inclusion in grant proposal documents. Other duties related to grant proposal support may include developing logos, branding, and presentation materials for proposed research initiatives, centers and, institutes.
The Graphic Designer II will also execute development of designs, artwork, infographics and layouts from concept to completion for flyers, brochures, posters, manuals, technical documents, web pages, email campaigns and other print and digital media for the OVPR. Responsibilities will include evaluating and modifying overall graphic brand standards for the OVPR and Grants Hub to deliver consistency and continuity in look and feel of communications across all print and digital platforms, while ensuring compliance with university visual brand standards.
In addition, the Graphic Designer II will provide event support, including promotions and communication, logistics planning and operations activities, and assistance in event documentation through still photography, video and editing.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in graphic design for both print and digital platforms, including a demonstrated ability to create visual elements to enhance the understanding of complex concepts and technical information. They will have strong communications skills, including an ability to ask questions to better grasp technical concepts and information, and be able to manage multiple simultaneous projects with strict deadlines, formatting requirements, and work within project budgets. The successful candidate will also be skilled in using Adobe Creative Suite and other design software as well as Microsoft Office and have the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a group.
As part of the application process, please submit a portfolio of relevant design work as either an attachment or a link.
Level Guidelines
Level Guidelines
- Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
- Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
- Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
- May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
- May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
- Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS807
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.
Original Posting Date:
January 3, 2023
Posting Close Date:
January 17, 2023
Job Requisition Number:
R10631Company Details :
Name : Iowa State University
CEO : Wendy Wintersteen
Headquarter : Ames, IA
Revenue : $500 million to $1 billion (USD)
Size : 5001 to 10000 Employees
Type : College / University
Primary Industry : Colleges & Universities
Sector Name : Education
Year Founded : 1858
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: Ames, IA
: 39195 - 54294 USD ANNUAL
: 6 days ago
