Visual Designer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, fine arts or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two years of experience with design, imaging, and other multi-media programs.

2. Two years of experience with Adobe print and imaging software (e.g. InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Responsible for publications, advertisements and other printed pieces, digital billboards, signage, video, and photo acquisition. This position is an integral part of the Marketing and Communications team.

2. The graphic designer determines how multiple elements including text and art can best communicate the message of a particular piece.

3. The designer arranges selected elements to communicate the messages of WVU Medicine in a literate, well-organized, and attractive manner.  Audiences include the public, internal and external physicians, patients, and employees.

4. Placements of the designer’s work include 4-color magazines with statewide circulation, newspapers, television, internal communications vehicles, and the Internet.

5. Offers advice to institutional leaders on signage and wayfinding issue due to designers expertise with type and legibility.

6. Produces and designs publications, advertisements, and other pieces that reflect and further the image of WVU Medicine.

7. Produces and designs products that meet the highest national standards.

8. Assist other departments in achieving and maintaining standards of excellence in design.

9. Must coordinate work of external service bureaus, photographers, and printers to ensure high quality products.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to sit for long periods of time.

2. Ability to lift, push or pull 10-15 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposed to high levels of stress and anxiety.

2. Experiences constant interruptions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of and skill using Macintosh and PC computers

2. Skill in the acquisition and processing of digital images

3. Knowledge of printing process and pre-press technology

4. Knowledge of web design and video editing programs

5. Strong creative, oral, and written skills

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Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.