Job Description:

The ELQA Program Specialist position merges graphic design and customer service to produce marketing materials for Early Learning Quick Assessments (ELQA) and handle customer inquiries, ensuring consistent branding and effective communication. The Graphic Design Specialist reports to the Early Learning Quick Assessments (ELQA) project director.

Essential Duties:

• Performs desktop publishing and graphic design of professional marketing materials including logos, brochures, newsletters, flyers, posters, annual reports, and web design.


• Provides graphic design for communication pieces from concept to completion, to include but not limited to copy-editing, layout, and design.


• Designs advertisements, print materials, and promotional materials.


• Formulates design concepts, presentations, and key-art concepts.


• Design digital assets, to include but not limited to email blasts, web promotions, and social media templates.


• Presents or pitches ideas, briefs, and concepts to supervisor and requesting departments.


• Prepares printing estimates for projects and presents to supervisor.


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Art, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field, AND: 

•   12 months of Graphic Arts or Desktop Publishing experience.

Equivalency/Substitution:  Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree for a total of 60 months related experience.

Skills: 

• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information


• Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines


• Knowledge of creative and digital media trends


• Knowledge of various tools and equipment used to create media materials

Required Working Conditions: 

• Ability to engage in repetitive motions. 


• Light to moderate lifting is required. 


• Use of computer and other graphic design tools. 


• Sit for prolonged periods. 


• Stand, reach, and bend.


• Ability to uphold the stress of fast-paced environment. 


• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and non-traditional hours.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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