Job title: Graphic Designer (GPAC) Gogue Performing Arts Center
Company: Auburn University
Job description: Position Information
Requisition Number S1753P
Home Org Name AU Performing Arts Center
Division Name AU Performing Arts Center
Position Title Graphic Designer (GPAC) Gogue Performing Arts Center
Job Class Code OB09
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The Gogue Performing Arts Center (GPAC) seeks candidates for a Graphic Designer position. Under the direction of The Director of Communications and Marketing this individual will be responsible for the management of the organization’s visual identity, ensuring design consistency across all communications and marketing collateral at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center (GPAC) at Auburn University.
To learn more about (GPAC) , please visit: https://goguecenter.auburn.edu/
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Essential Functions
1. Serves as the lead creative and primary designer for communications and marketing materials. Work includes, but is not limited to the development, production, and distribution of: marketing and sales driven collateral (e.g., seasonal mailings, brochures and performance/event-related materials, special correspondence, on-site signage, digital communications including social media and web graphics).
2. Responsible for conceptualization and implementation of design solutions that meet/support administrative, communications and marketing, advancement, education, operations and production team objectives. Executes on brand platform and develops creative systems.
3. Produces collateral to support marketing, sales and fundraising priorities, such as annual reports, brochures and fliers, advertisements, direct mail, comprehensive fundraising campaigns, social and web communications, etc. Follows each job through its lifecycle to ensure an accurate and polished final product.
4. Supports digital marketing design integration.
5. Interacts with clients (internal and external to the organization and university) to gain a strong understanding of marketing goals and objectives. Gives presentations that demonstrate how design solution is meeting objectives.
6. Interface with printers, manufacturers, and external production sources throughout the entire production process.
7. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications and Marketing, GPAC.
Minimum Education and Experience
Education Level Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study
Graphic Design, Graphic Arts, Visual Communication, or other visual art subjects, or relevant field.
Years of Experience 5
Area of Experience
Corporate or client agency design. (Must be able to produce a well-rounded portfolio of client work that demonstrates a strong understanding of client objectives and strategies.)
High level experience in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is also required.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)
Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge and understanding of digital and print graphic design production and printing processes. Knowledge of print production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective use of print and web materials. Thorough knowledge of appropriate software including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
None Required.
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, and other Office 365 applications (OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, etc.) is desired.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Grade 33
Salary Range $39,300 – $65,500
Job Category Communications/Public Relations/Marketing
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 06/21/2022
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents * Resume
- Cover Letter
- Portfolio
Optional Documents * Letter of Recommendation
- Media File
- Other
- Reprints of Recent Publications
Expected salary: $39300 – 65500 per year
Location: Auburn, AL
Job date: Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:21:35 GMT
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