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Payroll Title: ARTIST SR

Job Code: 006102

Job Open Date: 2/2/24

Application Review Begins: 2/20/24

Department Code (Name): DEVL (DEVELOPMENT)

Percentage of Time: 100

Union Code (Name): TX

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: STEPS

Hiring Hourly Range: $31.71 - $37.76/hr.

Work Location: Cheadle Hall - 4219

Working Days and Hours: Mon - Fri; 8 am - 5 pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Eligible for Hybrid Scheduling: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations)

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

The UC Santa Barbara Office of Development blends the strengths of both a centralized and a decentralized operation. Although all development officers report to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Development or his/her designee, some are dedicated to specific schools and units, working hand-in-hand with Deans, Directors and faculty to secure private support. Additional development officers focus on specific regions of the country and/or are dedicated to increasing involvement by alumni, parents and friends. A strong central core initiates programs, or provides guidance and expertise, in foundation relations, planned giving, capital projects, donor stewardship, The UCSB Foundation and other areas of specialization. An integrated tracking and coordination system ensures a collaborative and smooth working environment, all aimed at enhancing UC Santa Barbara's attractiveness to, and involvement with, the private sector.

Benefits of Belonging

Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC and why You Belong at UC.

Brief Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Director of Development Communications and Art Director, Development Communications, the Graphic Designer will take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media. Produces effective, compelling, and target audience-appropriate content for visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. Works on a wide range of projects and media, including layout and print production, photo editing, digital asset management, and data visualization. Works with Art Director to determine design solutions and the most appropriate medium and to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations. Assists with the creation of web graphics, infographics, presentations, and website design for the Office of Development's digital marketing efforts. Assists Director of Development Communications in executing creative briefs, following style guide and brand identity. Works independently as well as cooperatively with the Development Communications team to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include five or more simultaneous projects. This position is a member of Development Communications, a versatile team that provides complex content strategy and creative support to the entire Development operation. As part of this team, the Graphic Designer will collaborate with fundraisers and stakeholders across all academic areas and programs. The Development Communications team also works on central campus-wide initiatives like UCSB Give Day. This position designs pieces from stickers and social media to formal print suites, all for the advancement of UC Santa Barbara and its scholars.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and/or training is required.
  • 4-6 years experience (academic and/or professional) with Adobe software, including advanced knowledge of Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
  • 4-6 years experience in creating integrated complex content across print and digital marketing channels.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for copy and design review/editing.
  • Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills. Able to provide clear and professional graphic designs and produce informational and promotional quality materials.
  • Good understanding of branding principles, particularly as they relate to industry design standards; ability to interpret brand guidelines: colors, fonts, imagery, illustrations, diagrams, etc.
  • Demonstrated organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work and collaboratively independently on multiple projects.
  • Working knowledge of printing and production processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, make changes and corrections as they occur, and to offer appropriate solutions in situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years experience with photography and photo editing. 
  • 1-3 years experience with video and video editing software. 
  • 1-3 years experience in web based and UX design. 

Special Conditions of Employment:

  • Satisfactory conviction history background check
  • UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

  • 30% Production and Design: Designs print materials such as event invitations, reports, proposals, solicitation appeals, and brochures to support fundraising initiatives and programs for the Office of Development. Carries out design projects from conception through production. -Assesses moderately complex material or messages and devises the best ways to present them visually to enhance clarify and impact. Design efforts support editorial content and purpose consistent with the visual style of the vehicle. -Creates visually compelling, highly impactful presentation slide decks for both internal and external communications. -Supports editorial staff in making edits to body copy, headlines, captions and other text elements. May be responsible for writing original copy. -Demonstrates proficiency in use of Adobe Creative Suite apps (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to deliver high-quality concepts/layouts. -Clearly and effectively communicates ideas to team members and presents concepts/layouts to groups in a formal setting. -Creates web-/print-ready files for production hand-off, maintaining quality control in regard to file preparation and implementation. -Reviews printers' proofs, performs press checks, and manages final adjustments with vendor, client and editor.
  • 50% Email and Social Media Content/Asset Development: Designs email communications for event invitations and solicitations in the central email platform, currently emma. -Develops visual content/assets for social media, including but not limited to digital graphics, infographics and image templates.
  • 10% Web and Online Platform Content/Asset Development: Provides website mockup design, design of graphic elements, and website wireframing as needed per project scope. -Coordinates with developers to ensure that concepts/layouts meet web standards and can be effectively implemented in their appropriate channels.
  • 10% Project Management: Reviews project goal, messages, audience, budget, timeline and other details with clients, writers, and editors. Proposes project schedule and obtains buy in. -Proposes and plans appropriate design solutions and to determine most appropriate medium. -Supports editorial staff in making edits to body copy, headlines, captions and other text elements. May be responsible for writing original copy. -Attends team meetings and represents all in-office creative projects. -Regularly tracks work against a defined schedule. -Serves as a point of contact for external vendors such as printers -Updates and maintains internal databases for designs, photography, and video.
  • 0% Reporting Functions: The Graphic Designer reports to the Director of Development Communications with a dotted line to the Art Director, Development Communications. The Graphic Designer’s performance evaluation is carried out by the Directors.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy – With Interim Revisions

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Interim Revisions.* 

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals** must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. 

For more information, please visit:

  • UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information https://www.ucsb.edu/COVID-19-information
  • University of California Policy on Vaccinations – With Interim Amendments https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
  • Note: The Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Interim Revisions was updated effective August 16, 2023. A systemwide review of this policy will take place in Fall 2023 with an expected issuance/effective date in early 2024.
  • * Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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