Senior Graphic Designer

Messiah Ibvrjb Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

On-site Mechanicsburg Part-time Senior Graphic Design

Senior Graphic Design role at Messiah Ibvrjb. Mechanicsburg · part-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You'll independently develop creative concepts and complex layouts for high-priority print and web projects
You'll advise campus clients on visual communication choices and uphold the university's visual identity
You'll support The Bridge, university web content, and digital communications through design and photography
You'll coordinate photo shoots, collaborate with design and web teams, and lead assigned projects
You'll mentor the design work-study student while assisting the creative director and staying current with design technology

What you bring

At least five years of professional graphic design work in a Mac environment, plus web visual design education or experience
A bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field such as communication design is preferred
Proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, along with project tracking and team collaboration software
A professional portfolio showing strong creativity and innovative concept development
Project management, communication, organization, independent leadership, and problem-solving skills

Who this fits

This part-time, on-site role in Mechanicsburg suits a senior designer who can work independently, collaborate with others, consult with clients, and mentor a work-study student. Reliable attendance is required, and the work may include photo shoots and assigned special projects.

From the employer

Description:

Responsible for: design leadership and independently developed creative and innovative concepts for high-priority projects as assigned; adherence to the university’s visual identity guidelines and a champion for the brand; complex graphic layouts and innovative designs; in-depth expert client consultations and professional advice for university communications; feature concept and design development for The Bridge magazine as assigned; visual design support for the University website and other digital communications; photography for print, web and other digital communications as assigned; art directing and coordinating assigned photo shoots; serving as creative director’s assistant as needed; mentoring and supervising the department’s design work study student; creative problem-solving; staying current in design trends and technology for print and digital environments.

Primary Duties

Independently create sound and innovative creative concepts for high priority projects. Proactively recommend, create and execute complex and conceptually creative graphic layouts and designs for print and web. Consult with campus clients on visual communication design and delivery options for both print and digital communications. Ensure adherence to institutional visual design standards. Stay current in design trends and technologies. Provide a high level of visual design support and design ideas/recommendations for print publications, University website and various other digital communications. Lead special projects as assigned; design features for The Bridge magazine as assigned; serve as assistant to creative director; demonstrate a high level of leadership and independent, proactive thinking in all areas of responsibility. Collaborate with other designers to balance workload; brainstorm creative ideas; collaborate and consult with printers, technology staff and Web team. Provide photography support for print, Web and other digital communications. Provide consistent and reliable attendance.

Secondary Duties

Other duties as assigned

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree preferred in graphic design or a related discipline such as communication design, digital design, or visual communications.

Education Preferred

Bachelor’s degree preferred in graphic design or a related discipline such as communication design, digital design, or visual communications.

Experience Required

5 years or more of proven professional graphic design experience in a Mac environment and at least 1 year web visual design education or experience; proven project management experience; pre-press and photography experience preferred; marketing background preferred; supervisory experience a plus.

Skills, Characteristics Required

• Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop in a Mac environment. InDesign + InCopy workflow experience a plus.

• Pre-press experience and experience working with printers / conducting press checks

• Proficiency in using project management, job tracking, and team collaboration software, such as BirdviewPSA, Basecamp, and MS Teams.

• Knowledge of printing and web terminology and procedures

• Knowledge of publication mailing requirements and specifications

• Experience with web graphics creation and standards

• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, Web / Web usability standards

• Working knowledge of paper types, terminology and technologies

• Technical proficiency in basic industry-standard hardware and software such as Word, Outlook, Excel, copiers, desktop printers etc.

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to present and articulate design concepts and clear creative vision to clients and colleagues

• Excellent time management skills

• Proven organizational, planning skills and flexibility

• Independent project management and leadership experience; ability to think on-the-fly and problem-solve

• Proven creativity, independent problem-solving, concept development, brainstorming skills

• Ability to assume project leadership roles as assigned

• Ability to work independently and also collaborate with others

• Serve as assistant to creative director on photo shoots and other special projects

• Team player with positive, proactive attitude

• Attention to detail; accuracy

• Experience in photography and supervisory experience preferred

• Professional portfolio demonstrating a high level of creativity and creative/innovative concept development required

Special Working Conditions

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Driving Requirements

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