Salary: $49,723.00 Annually
Location : Main Campus – 1701 E Front Street, Traverse City
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2022-00128
Division: Public Relations, Marketing, & Communications
Department: Public Relations and Marketing
Opening Date: 06/27/2023
Closing Date: 7/19/2023 8:00 AM Eastern
Summary & Qualifications:
Summary
The position supports the graphic design and visual communication needs of the college, assists with determining and fulfilling social media, photographic and video needs preparing materials for outsourcing, and quality control.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree (Required)
Between 2 and 5 years of related experience (Required)
Valid, unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License or ability to obtain by start date (Required)
Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
Please submit a portfolio of work samples with your application
Essential Responsibilities
(Critical) Coordinates with the Creative Director on graphic design and visual communication needs, and prioritizes jobs accordingly to ensure that established timelines and budgets are met.
(Critical) Produces digital, print and multimedia design solutions utilizing specialized software. Projects are informational, promotional and/or instructional in nature and include, but are not limited to, digital designs, social media assets, brochures, invitations, postcards, booklets, flyers, advertisements, posters, signage, billboards, special event items and exhibit materials.
(Critical) Acts as liaison between clients and vendors for all outsourced projects , including requesting and reviewing vendor quotes, determining best means of providing efficient, cost effective and timely services, recommending solutions needs, and monitoring the quality of all materials produced by outside vendors.
(Critical) Reviews and/or renews/renegotiates contract services supplied by outside vendors.
(Very Important) Provides training, evaluation, instruction, coordination of work assignments, supervision and art direction for supplemental, student worker and/or intern.
(Very Important) Inputs weekly graphic design/printing records into project management system and archive system .
(Important) Determines and helps fulfill photographic and video needs of the college to support the College’s integrated marketing communications goals.
Work Environment
Lifting Activities
Most frequently lifted object: under 10 lbs. lifted to waist level; carried 1-9 feet (Several times per day)
Heaviest object lifted: 10-19 lbs. lifted to waist level; carried 1-9 feet (Occasionally)
Non-lifting Repetitive Activities
Arm Movement (Continuously)
Crouching (Several times per day)
Gripping (Continuously)
Leg Movement (Continuously)
Sitting (Continuously)
Standing (Several times per day)
Talking (Continuously)
Typing (Continuously)
Walking (Several times per day)
Writing (Several times per day)
Other Physical Demands
Close visual work
Extended work hours
Prolonged visual work
Travel (less than 10%)
Mental Demands
Complicated Planning
Exercising Independent Judgment
Intense Concentration
Minimal Guidance or Direction
Performing Multiple Functions/Activities
Persuading Others
Other Challenges
Heavy work volume
Precise accuracy requirements
Production deadlines
Safeguarding organization assets and property
Additional Information
Please submit a cover letter and a portfolio of work samples to your application for consideration. This may either be a link provided in your application materials or you may upload/attach it to your application.
While the starting pay is non-negotiable, the Total Compensation Package for this position is valued at up to $78,899.00.
Click here to view our Staff Flexible Benefits Summary
Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, paid sick leave, and tuition benefits. Up to 4 weeks off paid within the first year of employment. For more details about benefits, go to and click on
01
Do you meet the minimum requirements of having an Associate’s degree or higher?
- No
- Yes
02
Please select the highest degree attained:
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree or Higher
03
Do you meet the minimum requirement of having at least 2-5 years of related experience?
- No
- Yes
04
How many years of related experience do you have?
- Between 2-5 years
- Between 5-10 years
- Between 10- 15 years
- More than 15 years
05
Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid unrestricted driver’s license by the start date?
- Yes
- No
06
Please attach or upload a Portfolio of work samples to your application in order to be considered for this position.
Required Question