Posting Details

Position Number:

123999

Title:

Senior Graphics Art Designer

Functional Title:

Senior Web Designer

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.0

Unit:

VPUR-Strategic Communications

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Senior Web Designer will support the university's online identity by planning, creating and maintaining the look, layout and visual features of websites critical to the university's mission. Utilizing the latest industry trends and leveraging engaging interactive elements, the Senior Web Designer will create websites and application designs while adhering to accessibility, usability and brand guidelines.

The position will also create and maintain a shared enterprise web design library for use by campus partners and external web developers.

In addition, the web designer will plan, design and create high-end microsites for campus marketing initiatives targeting key constituents.

Applicants are required to submit a portfolio of 5-8 compelling, interactive pieces. Portfolio can be submitted as a link to work ( uploaded as the required supplemental document 1).

Minimum Qualifications:

Education (include licenses, certifications, etc.):
Bachelor's degree in art, design, computer science or related web field.

Experience:
A minimum of 5 years as a key member of web design team with proven results working either in-house or at an agency, focusing on marketing, communications and/or higher education.
Experience participating in the complete design and development life cycle of websites and web applications.
Experience designing engaging and responsive websites with adherence to accessibility standards

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Exceptional visual design skills, including typography, hierarchy, layout, color and interaction
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and applications
• Ability to create informative sitemaps and wireframe prototype designs
• Knowledge of applying user, business and client requirements into user flows and information architecture
• Expert in Sketch app, Invision and Craft and/or other prototyping software
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications
• Strong design research, analytical and communication skills
• Self-motivated, innovative and possessing the keen ability to assess problems and implement solutions
• Proven collaboration with creative, editorial, marketing and communications teams
• Highly organized and detailed

Preferences:

• Ability to code HTML and CSS ; convert static mock-ups into interactive experiences
• Experience creating Drupal themes
• Familiarity with JavaScript and JS libraries, especially React.js
• Understanding of front-end frameworks, primarily Bootstrap (versions 3 and 4)
• Ability to write and communicate clearly; including drafting scope of work and project documentation
• Project and client management experience
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.0 AA accessibility standards

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

Physical Demands of the Position: Traditional office environment. Physical activity required for this position is office-based, primarily working with a computer.

For best consideration, please apply by Thursday, September 20th.

Benefits offered: The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA . No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Posting Date:

06/25/2018

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

09/20/2018

Physical Demands

Traditional office environment. Physical activity required for this position is office-based, primarily working with a computer.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.


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