Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts by researching project information and materials; create layouts for art and copy; present draft concepts for approval; and prepare final production-ready designs.
• Design visual materials—including charts, graphs, diagrams, and motion graphics—for use in presentations, videos, events, and other communications.
• Select and apply appropriate visual elements, including imagery, typography, and layout styles, ensuring alignment with university brand standards and communication goals.
• Consult with campus clients to understand project objectives, audiences, and messaging needs, and develop design solutions that effectively support those goals.
• Test and review presentation or time-based outputs to ensure quality, functionality, and client satisfaction.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and presenting design and production standards that support consistent visual communications across the university.
• Contribute to the development and organization of campus visual resources and digital asset libraries.
• Recommend improvements to creative workflows, file management practices, and production processes.
• Assist with print and environmental production specifications, including preparing materials for cost estimates and vendor quotes.
• Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Creative Services or Senior Designer/Art Director, provide creative direction to student assistants, designers, photographers, or other contributors as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent, in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field of study
• Three years of full-time experience with graphic application and publishing tools

Preferred

• BFA in Design or related field
• Two to five years in an institution or creative agency
• Time-based (AI), presentation and video editing experience
• Experience creating graphic resource or pattern library and its many applications and uses

Benefits

• San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.