Graphic Artist

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

Job Summary

The Graphic Artist position is responsible for supporting and promoting the brand through creative design and strategy. This individual will help provide high-end, conceptual design to further the development of the brand and marketing efforts for the University.

Responsibilities

• Print Specifications
  • Prepares print specifications and camera-ready art for all projects requiring printing.
    • Works with copy center or vendors as necessary.
• Projects
  • Correctly archives and documents all projects once complete and performs other duties as assigned.
• Promotional Materials
  • Must be creative while still delivering a consistent "look" in the design, layout, artwork and color for all promotional materials including brochures, flyers, posters, logos, advertisements, T shirts, etc.
• Brand Standards
  • Understands brand standards, makes decisions regarding brand guidelines and Identifies opportunities for branding consistency.
• Marketing Standards
  • Ensure that all designs are properly aligned with Augusta University branding and marketing standards.
• Develop
  • Ensure all design requests are well developed and completed
• Project Management System
  • Uses project management system on a daily basis to document and track projects from beginning to end.
• Other
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years related experience.
• A diverse portfolio of work that demonstrates design thinking and experience across multiple mediums, including digital and print.

Abilities

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Work well with others and be flexible in design strategies.
  • Attention to detail while being able to see the "big picture".
• KNOWLEDGE
  • Working knowledge of computer design tools using Adobe Creative suite programs such as in design, photoshop, and illustrator.
  • Strong understanding of principles for photography, typography, layout, and color.
• Skills
  • Understanding of core design elements such as type, contrast, alignment, proximity and layout.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Pay Band: B7
Salary Range: $42,200/annually - $43,888/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 6/24/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check complete for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.