Research Graphic Designer

 

Description:

The Graphic Designer's primary purpose is to assist the Principal Investigator and the research team by providing graphic design support for a research project, including formatting, design, and preparing materials for online viewing and paperback printing

Recurring Part-time employees are hourly employees engaged to perform work on an irregular schedule.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

  • Generate colour palette and logo options based on guidance from Principal Investigator and research team
  • Provides guidance on typography, layout and formatting to ensure the best possible product in alignment with Principal Investigator and research team needs and goals
  • Provides meticulous formatting of the product, which includes incorporation of hand-drawn illustrations created by another team member

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree in a related field is required, experience in graphic design and processes are essential
  • Minimum 2 years of related experience
  • Excellent knowledge of design programming and software, e.g., Adobe Creative Suite
  • Strong communication, conceptual thinking, written skills and design skills
  • Design skills applicable to logos, book formatting and layout, and incorporation of illustrations
  • Strong understanding of typography, layout, composition and illustration direction
  • Understanding of the design process beginning from conceptualization to development
  • Knowledge of creating online and print ready files
  • Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational, problem solving and time management skills; meticulous attention to detail; ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to problem solve in complex situations

Organization The University of Calgary
Industry Graphic Designer Jobs
Occupational Category Research Graphic Designer
Job Location Calgary,Canada
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2024-09-20 6:37 am
Expires on 2024-11-04