South Orange County Community College District - Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Mission Viejo, United States.

Client: South Orange County Community College District

Location: Mission Viejo, CA

Contract: Part-time

Job Description

Under general supervision of assigned supervisor and/or graphics staff, produces a variety of publication, graphic design, and instructional graphics; assists other staff in the design of publications and materials; coordinates and participates in the production of the annual schedule of classes and student handbook, involving computer applications, graphic design, concept development, and layout; performs a variety of duties related to the production of signage; operates and maintains a variety of equipment used in the production of graphic materials; and performs a variety of technical duties relative to assigned area.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the journey level class within the Graphic Designer series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Senior Graphic Designer in that the latter assumes responsibility for coordinating and producing the most complex graphic design materials and serving as a lead worker on assigned projects. Employees at the Graphic Designer level have the ability to work independently and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Representative Duties: The duties include designing and producing graphic materials, assisting staff, utilizing graphic software, coordinating schedule updates, assisting in vendor relations, operating equipment, training assistants, and performing administrative duties.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of visual communication, graphic design, and print production.
• Principles and practices of graphic composition, design, illustration, and production.
• Basic operational characteristics of desktop publishing and graphics materials and tools.
• Methods and techniques of page layout, drawing, sign layout, and photo manipulation software.
• Operation and use of graphic equipment including cameras, computers, printers, plotters, and scanners.
• Principles and procedures of recordkeeping.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to:

• Plan and organize assigned publications to ensure quality publications are completed in a timely manner.
• Compose, design, and develop instructional graphics such as posters and flyers.
• Perform desktop publishing functions using applicable computer software.
• Manipulate images and layout printed materials.
• Operate a variety of design and camera equipment.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Education and Experience Guidelines:

• Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field.
• Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible experience in graphic materials development for visual communication.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is primarily performed in a standard office setting. Duties involve sitting and working at a computer; some physical activity such as lifting and moving lightweight supplies may be required. Employee must have visual and auditory capabilities within normal ranges.

Supplemental Information

Close Date: May 20, 2026

Range 130 of the CSEA Salary Schedule

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 3:15 pm (subject to change)

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter and Link to Portfolio or attachment of Work Samples.

Hours per Week: 25

Months per Year: 12

Application Instructions

• Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents; incomplete applications may not be considered.
• Include all relevant education, training, and experience on the application.
• Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job-related factors.
• For job postings with a close date, applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) will receive consideration.
• For job postings with an initial screening date, applications received by that date will receive priority consideration.

Notice to all Candidates for Employment

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in the U.S. The South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) will not sponsor any visa applications. Employees must reside in California while employed with SOCCCD.

Disability Accommodations: If you require special accommodations in the application or evaluation process, please notify Human Resources at least two business days prior to the job posting close date.

All SOCCCD employees are required to report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The SOCCCD provides access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, and other characteristics.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity: The SOCCCD seeks candidates who are equity and inclusion-minded, committed to diversity, and sensitive to the varying backgrounds of our community.

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