Houston Community College - PT Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Houston, United States.

Client: Houston Community College

Location: Houston, TX

Contract: Part-time

Job Description

Works as part of the Public Relations team to coordinate digital communications via the campus information network and serves as the administrator and content manager for the college website.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Design and construct web pages/sites, including incorporating graphic user interface (GUI)
• Maintain and provide ongoing design of the website
• Manage content for the campus information network, including interior flat panels and exterior LED displays
• Maintain a file or database of graphic images, clip art, audio and video files, typefaces, and animations for departmental use

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education

• Associate’s degree in web-based multi-media, graphic arts, digital communications, or a related field.
• 4 years directly-related work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience

• 3 years web graphic design experience required.
• Experience in an institution of higher education with preference given for community college or health care experience.
• Experience supporting hardware and software in PC and Macintosh environments.
• A sample of a professional portfolio required at the time of interview.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and experience using at least four (4) of the following: Adobe (Macromedia) Director, Adobe (Macromedia) Flash, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Web Page GUI Software.
• Knowledge of Javascripting, Flash, HTML, XML.
• Must be current with online copyright laws and issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

• General Office environment.
• Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shifts; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment.
• Must access, input, and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.
• May be required to work after hours, including weekends and holidays.

Security Sensitive

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area, preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC, keeping everyday operations running smoothly while working closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. This dynamic team provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools and takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities, including:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies.
• Approximately 145 languages spoken.
• Lower than average living costs in urban areas.
• A major-league sports town with annual events.
• Mild winters for year-round outdoor activities.
• World-renowned medical care.
• Over 150 museums and cultural institutions.
• The Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

Contact Information

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator.

Accommodations

Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact (713) 718-8565.