Job Description
Graphic Designer Posting #: 5301
Position Status: Full-time temporary
Location: San Diego
Position Type: Staff, Student Affairs
Position Title & Department:
Graphic Designer; Auxiliary Marketing
Posting #
5301
Department Description:
The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area, and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.
Detailed Description:
This is a full-time temporary, benefit-based position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2026. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.
The University seeks an individual with a strong interest in working in a mission driven, faith-based institution. The role of the Graphic Designer in working with the campus community and the responsibilities of the position are significantly tethered in the university's contemporary Roman Catholic mission.
This position is responsible for coordinating and assisting with all aspects of design, project planning, and implementation of Auxiliary Services marketing efforts. The Graphic Designer
will provide marketing assistance to the Auxiliary Services departments through the design of marketing materials, coordination of ongoing marketing projects including; print, digital media, social media, website maintenance, and custom email campaigns as delegated by the Marketing Director. Auxiliary Services includes an array of diverse departments including campus dining, the university store, a full service restaurant and more. This position has the primary responsibility of working with and assisting the Marketing Director to coordinate, design and execute designated marketing projects.
Works independently, creates and maintains digital and print marketing pieces, with a high level of creativity and innovation. Ensures consistency of brand and content as well as compliance with style guides and University specifications. Responsible for updates to web content, photos, custom mass emails, social media, digital screen platform and corresponding marketing materials.
Duties and Responsibilities: Graphic Design
- Creates graphic design pieces for all aspects of marketing and promotion for Auxiliary Services e.g., publications, flyers, posters, digital content etc.
- Coordinates with printers on and off campus for production of printed materials for Auxiliary Services.
Digital Media
- Configure and manage back end system for digital signage platform (Poppulo software).
- Custom Mass Email Campaigns: utilizes Salesforce (CRM software) to design and compose mass email newsletters.
- Social Media: Creates content and updates social media for Auxiliary Services accounts.
- Web Management: provides and updates content (photos, text, layout, etc.) for Auxiliary Services web sites.
Photography and Videography
- Responsible for photo and video shoots to chronicle events and generate content for
websites, print ads, products, menus and social media.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement : Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: - AA degree; in a related area or applicable graphic design certification preferred.
- Fluent knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Photoshop, Illustrator and/or InDesign).
- Requires five years' experience in a marketing/graphic design position.
- Working knowledge of CRM software and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Ability to multi-task and work independently and effectively under high pressure while handling multiple projects. Ability to prioritize workload effectively.
- Strong writing and proofreading skills.
- Excellent communication skills. Be willing and able to represent Auxiliary Services in a positive manner at public events and with students, faculty, staff, vendors, etc.
- Available to work occasional overtime during peak periods, minimal nights and weekends as required.
Posting Salary:
$27.00 - 29.75 per hour; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a
cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers' review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.
Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: Open until filled
Note : External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
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Advertised: July 08, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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