Graphic Designer - Union Marketing

Business Title: Graphic Designer 

Division: Student Affairs (B03)

Department: UWM Union – Union Marketing

Reports To:

Position: Creative Director

Incumbent: Creative Coordinator

Job Tier: SH001 - Entry Level

Starting Pay Rate: $11.00

Federal Work Study Required ☐ Yes ☒ No

Please review the Student Hourly Pay Structure to determine Job Tier and ensure pay rate aligns with the appropriate Tier (https://uwm.edu/hr/policies/student-hourly-pay-structure/) 

Job Summary

This position works to conceptualize, create and produce marketing materials within an agency setting. Working with a team of professional and student staff to handle project timelines using our content management system. 

Essential Functions of the Job

• Design marketing materials for print and digital collateral. 
• Correspond and meet with clients so designs are completed to their needs while adhering to Union Marketing’s timeline.
• Prepare files for print and oversee/assist with printing and deployment. 
• Work with other disciplines inside Union Marketing to complete orders.
• Manage timelines and multiple projects.

Supervision Required

☒ No, this position does not supervise others

☐ Yes, this position supervises others for less than 50% of the time

☐ Yes, this position supervises others for more than 50% of the time

Qualifications (Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Ability to read and follow directions, work under deadlines, and manage time effectively.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of basic layout skills, design principles, typography and illustration.
• Basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Teams, Word and Outlook).
• Ability to create materials that adhere to design guidelines and standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 20 pounds
• Able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours

Working Conditions & Environmental Factors

• Sitting for long periods of time. 

Hours/Scheduling

• Approximate hours per week: 10-25
• Part-Time, Temporary
• Academic year, with potential for working over breaks depending on volume.

Location

☒ Onsite: 

☐ Hybrid:

☐ Fully Remote

Position of Trust

☒ NO - not a Position of Trust

☐ YES (POTY) - position has unsupervised access to Property or has Financial/Fiduciary responsibilities. Does not have access to Vulnerable Populations. (CBC Required)

☐ YES (POT4) - position has unsupervised access to Vulnerable Populations, that is, minors [that are not enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a UW institution] (CBC Required every 4 years)

☐ YES (POT2) - Individual resides on university property due to position requirements AND has unsupervised access to Vulnerable Populations, that is, minors [that are not enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a UW institution] (CBC Required every 2 years)

Panther Edge Competencies – Learning Outcomes

☒ Critical Thinking

☒ Communication

☐ Collaboration

☐ Equity and Inclusion

☐ Professionalism

☐ Community Engagement

☐ Tech Savviness

☐ Leadership

☐ Self-Reflective Lifelong Learning

Check at least two of the competencies above and describe how they are developed through this position (Please visit  SET’s website for more information):

• Critical thinking is developed through creative ideation for projects, designing materials, editing based on client feedback, and project management. 
• Communication is developed through external correspondents with clients regarding projects, and internal communications with our team p to keep our workflow running smoothly.