Graphic Design Assistant

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

2d•$14 - $17

About The Position

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, designs electronic and printed materials, exhibit elements, and/or illustrations for a variety of university publications, displays, and other media, as appropriate.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic design.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to create and produce graphic materials using a range of media, methods, techniques, and equipment.
Knowledge of graphic layout and photographic requirements and procedures.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
Skills in the utilization of specified computerized graphic design programs.
Ability to analyze graphic and technical information and create interpretive illustrations.

Nice To Haves

Federal or State Work Study Award Preferred.

Responsibilities

Conceptualizes, designs, and produces curriculum, training, and/or promotional materials such as flyers, ads, brochures, logos, office signage, exhibits, and/or displays.
Designs and produces camera-ready art including graphs, charts, clip art, posters, digitization of graphics, line-art, and/or photos.
Creates electronically-designed page layouts and imports word processing files into page layouts, as appropriate to the position; may develop and produce web-based graphics, as requested.
Produces technical and scientific illustrations for presentations and/or publication, as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
Consults with faculty and staff to identify their graphics needs, budget constraints, and reasonable deadlines for the project; serves as a liaison between the client and printers/publishers.
Coordinates the printing production process to ensure quality: writes printing and other reproduction specifications (selects ink, paper, and print quality); inspects proofs for accuracy; recommends contractors (typesetters, printers, illustrators, photographers, cartographers).
Writes and edits basic copy, as appropriate, which may include press releases in some instances.
May coordinate a graphics or photographic library and/or maintain digital records.
May provide technical computer support and install software programs.
May design and maintain websites.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.