Position Title:

Graphic Specialist

Job Description:

Work under the supervision of the Creative Services Coordinator. This is skilled work in the preparation of design, layout, and artwork for Hinds Community College. The work involves using techniques best suited to produce desired visual effects in conformance with printing methods specified or types of media being utilized. Must be able to operate programs or equipment to create illustrations, drawings, and printed materials - including the Student Handbook, brochures, catalogs, marketing and recruiting pieces, etc. Must maintain college brand guidelines & standards.

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Job Descriptions

JOB TITLE:  Graphic Specialist

REPORTS TO:  Creative Services Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:  Community Relations

EXEMPT: No                                                            

ELT:  Chief of Staff                         

                                                                     

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

The graphic specialist position, as part of the Marketing & Communications (M&C) department, is one of a team who provide marketing, advertising and communication services for Hinds Community College. The Graphic Specialist works in the preparation of design, layout and artwork for the College. The work involves operating equipment to create art and layouts for printing or other media formats for official college publications and collaterals; involves knowledgeable use of graphic software including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) and Microsoft Office 365 to produce the desired visual outcomes in conformance with printing and production methods specified.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and at least one year related experience and/or training.  Must be proficient on the Macintosh computer, using graphic software such as Adobe Creative Suite - InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, and others. Graduated from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following. 

• Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; and one-year related experience in graphic design. 
• Must be proficient on a Macintosh computer, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop/Illustrator). 
• Must also have the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite applications. 
• Experience in copy writing and publications productions.  
• An understanding of marketing tactics.
• Must have excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and clients.
• Graduated from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED), related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.

• Proficient skills on the Macintosh operating system, using graphic software such as Adobe Creative Cloud applications (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, etc.,) Microsoft Office applications and others.
• Operates Macintosh computer, scanners and/or copiers to create illustrations, drawings and layouts for printing or other media formats.
• Prepares clear, complete and accurate layouts from rough concepts provided
• Designs type and graphic elements for business cards, letterhead, envelopes, covers, books, brochures, banners, advertisements, posters, programs, forms, maps, reports, etc.
• Ensures clear, complete and accurate type from draft copy provided.
• Establish appropriate timelines for each project and maintain status documenta