Junior Graphic Design Specialist
University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

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Type of Position

Staff

Number of Positions Available

1

Division

Physical Sciences

Department

22258-Center for Elementary Mathematics and Science Education (CEMSE)

  • Standard Summary
Utilizing broad knowledge of graphic art equipment, tools, and techniques, designs or creates graphic artwork for various publications and/or advertising materials. Uses own original and creative thinking to develop concepts and finished materials from rough ideas or customer's needs. Prepares final layouts for printer. Draws and prints charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, by hand or using a computer. Assists in coordination of all graphic production scheduling. Coordinates production support with outside vendors, as needed. Ensures that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction.

About the Unit

The Center for Elementary Mathematics and Science Education (CEMSE) is a research and development center for Mathematics curriculum and teacher development for teachers of mathematics in grades PreK-6.

Unit Job Summary

Junior Graphic Design Specialist: Produces illustrations, diagrams, graphs, technical art, and photographs in electronic format for use in elementary school mathematics curriculum produced at CEMSE, from specifications supplied by the CEMSE curriculum writing staff. Participates in design of layouts for print and digital publications and in organization and safekeeping of print and digital materials. Communicates with the Senior Graphics Design Specialist and CEMSE curriculum writing staff about details of production of said illustrations, diagrams, and graphs and makes revisions according to their requirements.

Education

Associate's degree in graphic design, art or related field required.

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, art or a related field preferred.

Experience

A minimum of one year of graphic design or other related experience required.

Experience producing illustrations, technical art, and diagrams in electronic format for publication required.

Competencies

Experience in working with Adobe Illustrator required.

Basic competency with a bitmap or "paint" program such as Adobe Photoshop required.

Ability to work from written and oral instructions in English required.

Ability to work effectively with supervision and as part of a team required.

Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines required.

Attention to detail required.

Knowledge of graphic design software required.

Knowledge of elementary mathematics required.

Required Job Seeker Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Job Seeker Documents

Work Location

Campus - Hyde Park

Other Work Location

Work Schedule

Full-Time

Hours/Week

37.5

If other than regular hours (M-F, 8:30-5:00) please detail

Regular Hours

Benefits Eligible?

Yes

Union (If applicable):
Non-Union

Pay Grade

NA

Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Does this position require incumbent to operate a vehicle on the job?

No

Is a Background Check Required?

Yes

Is Drug Testing Required?

No

Employee Referral Bonus Amount

None

Posting Date

04-27-2012

Remove from posting on or before

10-27-2012

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