Graphic Design Specialist (Marketing- TEMP)

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Contra Costa Community College District

Location: Pleasant Hill, California
Category: Admin-Public Relations, Marketing and Communications
Date Posted: November 20, 2024

Job Description

Position Title

Graphic Design Specialist (Marketing- TEMP)

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Our Vision for Social Justice

We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

Recruitment Type:

Temporary/Hourly Assignment (Internal and External applicants)

Location

Diablo Valley College

Posting Number

0001916

# of Openings

1

Range

66

Salary

$27.76/hr

Position Status

Temporary

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt (eligible)

Position

Part-Time

If temporary, employment duration:

N/A

# of Hours Scheduled Per Week

30

Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours

Variable

Shift Differential %

N/A

# of Months

4

Non-work Periods:

N/A

EEO Job Category

Technical/Paraprofessional

Employee Group

Classified

Department

D2030-Marketing - Special Funding

Position Definition

To design, develop, and produce marketing and communication materials for college faculty and staff; to coordinate and schedule the print production and delivery of graphic services; and to provide technical staff assistance.

Distinguishing Characteristics

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Examples of Duties/Essential Functions

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Designs, develops, and produces graphic materials which are used for instructional purposes by faculty and staff.
Produces graphic materials for non-instructional uses by the District.
Designs, configures the lay out, and produces original publicity and advertising materials such as posters, brochures, programs, flyers, postcards, advertisements, signs and tickets; works closely with faculty and staff to determine graphics needs and appropriate methods to be applied.
Produces and uploads graphics, photos, schedules and catalogs on the college website, creating interactive linking as necessary.
Determines appropriate media, materials, and design of graphics to be produced; schedules, coordinates and prioritizes projects to ensure effective and efficient results.
Troubleshoots, maintains, and performs minor repair on equipment used.
Prepares purchase orders and reviews material needs with vendors and suppliers.
Provides assistance with budget preparation, providing input as to what materials, supplies, and equipment are needed.
Operates wide production and recording equipment, including cameras, computers, and related control equipment.
Works collaboratively with the Marketing and Communications Director on college projects and marketing campaigns.
Manages projects assigned to interns; helps develop artwork pieces and monitors to ensure successful completions.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience performing media designer functions.

EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Illustration/Design, Art/Design or a related field, or the equivalent.

Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of

Knowledge of:
A wide variety of state-of-the-art graphics media, materials, supplies, and equipment, and their uses and applications.
Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of graphics design.
Uses and operation of photographic equipment and materials.
Applications of graphics to a variety of instructional and learning programs.
Effective communication methods, both oral and written.
Modern practices and procedures used in purchasing, budgeting, and personnel management.
Copyright and Fair Use Laws.

Minimum Qualification-Skill To

N/A

Minimum Qualification-Ability To

Skill/Ability to:
Design, lay out, and produce original artwork for instructional, informational and marketing purposes.
Schedule and prioritize work to accomplish expected results in an effective, efficient, and timely manner.
Operate and maintain photographic equipment and supplies.
Perform assigned responsibilities with a significant degree of independence and judgment.
Learn, interpret, and apply District policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio- economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge and competency with:

Design strategy relating to brand identity, target audiences, project goals, visual style and tone, channels, and user experience.
Effective visual storytelling with the ability to convey messages, ideas, and emotions through visual elements.
Design principles including composition, layout, typography, message hierarchy, and color theory.
Principals of photography including composition, and related standards for image resolution and formats, color management, editing and retouching, licensing, fair use, and copyright.
Accessibility standards and practices to ensure that designs are inclusive and usable by individuals with disabilities or diverse needs.
Graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant tools.
Production processes and requirements for print and digital channels.
Best practices for visual brand and digital asset management in a large organization with a distributed workforce.

Ability to:

Maintain a strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Intake and coordinate multifaceted graphic design projects that may involve multiple stakeholders, creative and/or technical vendors; monitor project progress to ensure projects are delivered successfully, on time, and within scope.

Job Open Date:

11/20/2024

Job Close Date:

01/06/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Foreign Degree and Credit Statement:

In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

Employee Benefits:

Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf

Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf

POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)

All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicants satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

ADA Accommodations:

In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to slever@4cd.edu. For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

COVID-19 Information

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Quicklink

https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/9929

Diversity Statement

It is the Districts policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

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