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Graphic Designer - School of Continuing Studies - Georgetown University

Georgetown’s School of Continuing Studies (SCS) seeks to foster a collaborative, innovative, and student-first culture shaped by Georgetown’s Jesuit heritage and values. SCS endeavors to be a center of innovation and growth within the University by introducing academic programs that respond to emerging and evolving needs in the economy and society. When you join our team at SCS, you become part of a thriving ecosystem of staff and faculty committed to inspiring students to seek something greater in their lives and careers.

Job Overview

The Graphic Designer supports online course development at the School of Continuing Studies (SCS). They design and create visually appealing and effective instructional materials for a variety of learning experiences at SCS – including designing, laying-out and formatting documents for print and digital, developing graphics, illustrations, infographics, and multimedia content that align with instructional design principles to enhance learning experience.

Work Interactions

The Graphic Designer works closely with instructional designers, videographers, subject matter experts, and faculty directors to execute design concepts through to completion. Given that their work is instrumental to the development of academically rigorous and high-quality courses, they directly support the mission and goals of SCS and Georgetown University.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Associate's degree in graphic design, instructional design, multimedia design, visual communications, visual arts or a related field - preference for a Bachelor's degree same in same fields
• 1 to 3 years of graphic design experience with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in graphic design
• Proficiency with graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or other relevant tools
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders
• Creativity and innovation in designing visually engaging and effective instructional materials
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple, complex projects and tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate progress to stakeholders in a remote setting
• A self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality instructional materials

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in e-learning, corporate training, or higher education
• Solid understanding of instructional design principles, multimedia principles of learning, and accessibility standards
• Familiarity with learning management systems, such as Canvas, Coursera, or other similar platforms

Work Mode: Telework Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation .

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered a candidate applicant for this opportunity, you must submit a cover letter, resume and at least three examples of your recent graphic design work.

Salary Range

The expected pay range for this position is $41,926 to $65,090 per annum.

Georgetown University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website .