Graphic Designer; Motion Graphic Designer at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio

Job Description:

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Job Title:Graphic Designer; Motion Graphic DesignerDepartment:EHE | Center on Education and Training for Employment

We are seeking a creative, technically proficient, and detail-oriented Graphics and Motion Design Specialist 2 to join the Center on Education and Training for Employment's (CETE) Assessment program area. The position will be responsible for designing and creating graphics (e.g., diagrams, tables, simple illustrations and videos, and multimedia materials) for use in the Center's WebXam online assessment platform that will clearly illustrate the assessment's subject matter. Create, edit and redesign images as needed based on user and stakeholder feedback and requirements. Ensure that all designs are aligned with brand guidelines and adhere to copyright and licensing regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders and content creators to ensure accessibility is considered at all stages of product development. The position develops and designs high-quality graphics for various marketing and instructional needs, including brochures, flyers, social media assets, website visuals, banners, infographics, and charts and graphs. Create motion graphics and animations for product showcases, instructional videos, and internal presentations. Manage multiple projects with varying deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assets. Stays up to date with and exercise judgement with applying best practices for accessibility standards and regulations, Ohio State brand identity and standards, and critical software features and capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their design skills and knowledge in career technical education, workforce development training, or educational assessment. Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

2 Years of relevant experience required with a portfolio showcasing graphics and motion design projects. Basic understanding of accessibility best practices for illustrations and visual media, including the creation of alternative text and longer image descriptions required. Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) required. Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques. Attention to detail, and work within tight deadlines.

Desired Experience:

2-4 minimum years of relevant experience preferred. Knowledge of web design and HTML/CSS desired. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Familiarity with user experience/user interface design principles desired.
Experience in branding and identity design. Experience with video editing and animation software (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro) desired. Beginner or intermediate coding experience. Beginner AutoCAD experience. Basic knowledge of minor HTML page editing (e.g., creating simple tables for individual test questions). The ability to create both vector and raster graphics (at varying resolutions/levels of detail) for use in online and print production desired. Knowledge of and experience with audio-production equipment and software (e.g., studio microphones, computer sound-capture equipment, Audition, Audacity, Audio Studio) for creation of audio files, podcasts, etc.

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education/experience
Major: Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.

60%
* Design and create graphics for online assessments that clearly illustrate the assessment's subject matter, effectively measuring student knowledge.
* Use graphic design software and tools to produce digital and print-ready files.
* Create, edit and redesign images as needed based on user and stakeholder feedback and requirements.
* Ensure that assessment content aligns with curriculum standards and learning objectives.
* Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop and validate assessment content for accuracy, clarity, and fairness.

20%
* Ensure that all designs are aligned with brand guidelines and adhere to copyright and licensing regulations.
* Collaborate with various program areas as CETE as a whole to understand project requirements and create designs that effectively visually communicate the targeted message.
* Develop and design high-quality graphics for various assessments including such as infographics, and charts and graphs.
* Collaborate with stakeholders and content creators to ensure accessibility is considered at all stages of product development.
* Create and maintain documentation related to accessibility efforts and compliance.
* Manage multiple projects with varying deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assets.

20%
* Develop and design high-quality graphics for various marketing and instructional needs, including brochures, flyers, social media assets, website visuals, banners, infographics, and charts and graphs.
* Create motion graphics and animations for product showcases, instructional videos, and internal presentations.
* Other duties as assigned.

Target Hiring Range for this position is $51,000 - $67,000

Additional Information:

The College of Education and Human Ecology operates on the premise that all faculty and staff in the College have unique talents that contribute to the pursuit of excellence. In addition to professional accomplishments, collegiality, civility and mutual respect are strongly held values. The College supports representational diversity and diverse beliefs in the free exchange of ideas and opinion and expects that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors and interactions within and representing the College. Our core values include excellence, diversity, justice, innovation, internationalization. These values are foundational to EHE - who we are and what we strive to be. By focusing on them, we will enrich the education of our students and accelerate the efforts of our faculty and staff. Our local, national, and international communities will be transformed through our unique partnerships and experiences for our students.

Location:Kenny Rd, 1900 (0232)Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)Scheduled Hours:40
Shift:First Shift

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