Graphic Designer I

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience but does not negate the minimum degree requirement(s).

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking an entry level Graphic Designer to join UFIT Web Services, a unit within UFIT.

Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other employees who are dedicated and focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida’s innovative and inspirational community.

Some key responsibilities and characteristics of this position are:

•  Designs and implements user driven prototypes and/or digital designs, for print or web meet accessibility guidelines.
•  Ability to design visually appealing elements utilizing tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, or Figma 
• Strong customer service skill and self-motivation a must.
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS a plus.

About UF Information Technology 

Led by Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the eight departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.

About the University of Florida

One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future-making education, eye-opening discoveries, life-saving health care, and community-building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from Florida’s West Coast, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

 Exceptional Benefits

UF provides various leave programs based on an employee’s salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.

$43,888.00 – $45,000.00 commensurate based on education and experience.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience but does not negate the minimum degree requirement(s).

Some key responsibilities and characteristics of this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree or an associate degree and two years of appropriate experience preferred
• Designs and implements user driven prototypes and/or digital designs, for print or web meet accessibility guidelines.
• Ability to design visually appealing elements utilizing tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, or Figma 
• Strong customer service skill and self-motivation a must.

A Criminal Background Screening is required.

Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume or CV
• Professional References (Minimum of 3)

The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.