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Media Designer (Full-Time)
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Position Number: 2392936
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Media Designer (Full-Time)

Salary: $24.27 - $28.33 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2021-03500
Closing: 8/4/2021
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Division: College Advancement

Description
This is a full-time position, located at the Downtown Milwaukee Campus.

Candidates must attach three digital design samples or a link to a digital portfolio to be considered for the position.

Under the supervision of the Design Center Coordinator, conceptualizes, designs and produces college communications and marketing materials that supports MATC's mission and vision; recruitment and retention; and fund-raising effort. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment, creativity and ingenuity to analyze and to resolve problems. Supervision received is general in nature using established procedures and processes. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach and is dependent upon direction for marketing needs. Communication is continuous between supervisor, teams and college stakeholders.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Conceptualizes and designs college branding and promotion, including but not limited to: collateral materials, information graphics, MATC digital and display communications, logo identity and development, publications, signage, displays and exhibits, internet, social media, college events, college multi-media presentations, and creative requested or assigned college marketing requests.
Maintains and upholds MATC branding specifications.
Manages individual project production schedules and is accountable for timeline project tasks and meeting deadlines, with the ability to change focus quickly in a fast paced, ever changing environment.
Utilizes illustration, photography and digital imagery to create work that aligns with best industry practices
Actively assists student workers in the Design Center with training and instruction to apply professional skill sets consistent with career goals
Maintains work related tools and equipment, including MAC and PC computer, digital cameras, scanners, tablets, and other work related equipment.
Attends in-service training, workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned.
Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications
Required Education: Associate degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications or related design field.
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts or Visual Communications.

Required Experience: Four (4) years professional graphic design experience, with the capability to take the project from inception through final production.
Preferred Experience: Prefer more than four (4) years of relevant experience.

Specialty Skills: Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
MAC platform with working knowledge of PC platform

COMPETENCIES

Cultivates innovation
Optimizes work processes
Ensures accountability
Collaborates
Interpersonal savvy
Communicates effectively
Instills trust
Customer focus
Action oriented
Values differences
Self-development
Compassion

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of college supported computer operating systems, application software, and hardware.
Skilled and proficient in the execution of visual design and skill sets to produce multi-media communications.
Ability to work with multiple file formats in MAC and PC environment.
Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective work relationships with peers, students, teachers, staff, representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, and the public.
Ability to convey an image of professionalism and dedication in work related activities.
Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations.
Ability and proficiency to use computers and software specific to position, including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft applications, web software, and other needed tools used daily.
Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow project management production schedules.
Ability to manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
Ability to change focus quickly in a fast paced, ever changing environment
Basic video editing ability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., carry, and push up to 20 lbs. and ability pull up to 50 lbs.

Ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintain balance.

Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, hear and speak.

Sitting/Standing/Walking: 50% of time spent sitting, 25% of time standing, and 25% of time walking.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

To apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/matc/jobs/3163002/media-designer-full-time