The Communications & Marketing unit within the Office of Vice President for Research & Innovation is responsible for crafting and disseminating strategic messaging that highlights USF’s research achievements, innovation initiatives, and global impact. The department supports internal and external communications, media relations, branding, digital content, and event promotion.
The Senior Graphic Designer plays a pivotal role in shaping USFRI's brand identity, elevating our marketing communications, and delivering engaging web experiences.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
- Graphic design - Drive the conceptualization and execution of visually stunning designs for branding, marketing campaigns, websites, and digital assets. Create infographics, flyers, brochures, signs, and banners according to the university brand guidelines and style guides. Design and produce print materials, publications, programs, handbooks, and booklets for events.
- Web design and development - Design and build responsive websites and landing pages using HTML, CSS, and modern web technologies. Manage websites using WordPress. Be familiar with themes, plugins, Gutenberg blocks, styles, formatting, security, updates, and backups.
- Digital signage - Create and manage the graphic design and layout of digital signage displays, kiosks, TV screens, and other multimedia platforms.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of related experience. Advanced knowledge in brand management, digital and print design, and project management tools. Demonstrated experience in leadership, training, and strategic design execution.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Web Design, or related field with at least five years of professional graphic design experience. Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of design skills and creative problem-solving.
Special Considerations
Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
This position requires a Level I background check.
About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.