St. Petersburg College

Graphic Design Manager [ID: 58]

Position Summary:

Manages, coordinates and produces artwork and graphics for the college wide graphics function from concept through finished product.

Position-specific assignments within typical essential duties

Creates design and production art by both computer and traditional graphics methods;
Meets with representatives of departments within the College to establish their graphics needs and define needs into actual projects;
Creates detailed specifications for graphics jobs. Prepares computer graphics for conversion to negatives/plates;
Proofs/approves art that comes from other sources within the college;
Assists the Director in establishing marketing campaigns, production process and time lines.

This is the second of two levels in the Graphic Design series. Incumbents plan and coordinate graphic design services for the College. Responsibilities may include assigning and supervising design work done by the lower level; establishing standards and processes for graphic design work; defining customer needs; approving graphic designs for College use; and performing the duties of the lower level. Incumbents supervise the lower level.

Compensation: $52,785.40 - $65,981.75

Requirements:

Education:

AA degree in Graphics Design or in a related field to assigned area.

Experience:

Five (5) years production art and graphics design experience, including two (2) years in printing related art, desk top publishing and graphics. Supervisory experience required.

* An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be acceptable in lieu of those requirements listed above.

Knowledge:

Graphic design techniques and principles;
Marketing principles and practices;
Project management principles;
Proper use of the English language;
Recordkeeping principles;
Contract negotiation techniques;
Photography principles;
Customer service principles;
Computers and related software applications.

Skills:

Creative ability;
Ability to design art projects;
Drafting skills;
Proofreading skills;
Supervisory skills.

Prioritizing and assigning work;
Developing and implementing marketing plans;
Coordinating, prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple simultaneous projects;
Managing and coordinating the preparation and publication of a variety of marketing, promotional, and/or communication materials;
Preparing clear and concise marketing materials;
Designing promotional layouts and graphics;
Maintaining operational records;
Providing customer service;
Using a computer and related software applications;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

Physical:

Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Responsibilities:

These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.		Potential Frequency
1.	Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.	Daily 20%
2.	Develops and implements marketing plans; develops a variety of marketing materials to promote programs and services; and establishes standards and processes for graphic design work.	Daily 30%
3.	Determines layout for advertisements and promotional materials, which includes creating designs and concepts, determining size and arrangement of text and illustrative material, and proofreading and editing materials as necessary.	Daily 20%
4.	Communicates and confers with clients and vendors regarding promotional needs and promotional instructions.	Daily 20%
5.	Maintains a variety of marketing materials, promotional items, communication materials, website themes, and/or other applicable items and records.	Daily 10%
6.	Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.	As Required

Equal Access/Equal Opportunity

The Board of Trustees of St. Petersburg College affirms its equal opportunity policy in accordance with the provisions of the Florida Educational Equity Act and all other relevant state and federal laws, rules and regulations. The college will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or against any qualified individual with disabilities in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of sex and violates this Rule, the college will not tolerate such conduct. Should you experience such behavior, please contact Dr. Devona Pierre, Executive Director, Organizational Culture and Engagement/Title IX Coordinator at 727-341-3261; by mail at P.O. Box 13489, St. Petersburg, FL 33733-3489; or by email at eaeo_director@spcollege.edu.