Graphic Designer

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QUALIFICATIONS

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• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or related field; or associate degree combined with applicable work experience.Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and emerging design tools such as Figma and Canva.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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• Familiarity with web design fundamentals and accessibility standards.

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• Experience designing and managing marketing email campaigns using platforms like Click Dimensions or similar tools is preferred.

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• Experience with motion graphics and video editing using software like Adobe Premiere Pro or After Effects is a plus.

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• Photography and editing experience are a plus, including capturing high-quality images and using editing software to enhance visual content.

Demonstrated ability to:

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• Develop high-quality, modern graphic design projects that include print, digital, and multimedia work.

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• Work with a variety of marketing platforms and quickly adapt to new design technologies.

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• Successfully take multiple projects from concept to completion while maintaining attention to deadlines and details.

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• Possess strong communication, project coordination, and scheduling skills.

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• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, incorporating feedback to refine and enhance designs.

Applicants should submit a résumé, portfolio, and examples of digital work with their application. Candidates may be required to complete a practical design test using the provided guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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• Leverage creativity and strategy. Develop innovative design solutions that align with branding guidelines while addressing various marketing objectives. Produce materials such as invitations, brochures, booklets, digital ads, email campaigns, presentations, and social media graphics. Ensure designs are optimized for multiple platforms and responsive across devices.

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• Manage projects effectively. Coordinate multiple incoming project requests, prioritize tasks, and execute designs efficiently to meet deadlines. Maintain project workflows using collaborative tools like Teamwork.

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• Stay current with design trends. Continuously explore industry best practices, emerging digital design trends, and new software capabilities. Adapt workflows to enhance productivity and effectiveness.

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• Enhance digital engagement. Design visually compelling digital and social media content, incorporating animation, video, and interactive elements where appropriate. Assist with website updates and user interface enhancements.

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• Create and manage marketing email campaigns. Design and implement marketing emails using Click Dimensions or similar platforms, ensuring brand consistency and optimization for engagement.

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• Provide exceptional client service. Work collaboratively with campus departments to understand their design needs, recommend creative solutions, and ensure timely project delivery. Maintain strong professional relationships and clear communication throughout the design process.

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• Demonstrate initiative. Proactively introduce fresh ideas, explore emerging technologies, and contribute to strategic discussions about brand development.

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• Expand multimedia capabilities. Support photography, video production, and basic animation projects as needed to enhance marketing efforts.

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• Work with vendors and production teams. Possess knowledge of commercial printing standards, including color theory, paper selection, and finishing techniques. Collaborate with external printers and vendors to ensure accurate production quality and cost-effective solutions.

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• Design for environmental applications. Develop large-scale graphics for environmental branding, including wall graphics, window clings, signage, and vehicle wraps, ensuring high visual impact and consistency with brand standards.

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• Maintain professionalism. Represent the organization with a polished, professional demeanor. Abide by all policies and procedures adopted by the Meridian Technology Center Board of Education. Uphold confidentiality standards and brand integrity.

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• Promote Meridian Technology Center, its programs, and employees at every available opportunity.

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• Actively support and model MTC's Culture of Excellence by demonstrating a commitment to the Standards of Excellence, continuous improvement initiatives, collaboration, innovation, and delivering high-quality service to students, staff, and the community.

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• Embody organizational values. Live out MTC's Mission, Vision, and Values in daily work and interactions. Uphold and model the values of: \t

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• Relationships - Foster a positive, collaborative work environment.

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• Excellence - Strive for high-quality, impactful design work.

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• Innovation - Experiment with new ideas and creative solutions.

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• Integrity - Maintain honesty and transparency in all interactions.

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• Empowerment - Provide and seek opportunities for growth and leadership.

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• Impact - Design with the purpose of enhancing community engagement.

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• Adapt to evolving needs. Perform additional duties as required to contribute to the success of the marketing department and overall institution. Serve on committees and attend meetings, professional development and conferences as assigned by the Executive Director or the Superintendent/CEO.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to lift files, open filing cabinets, and traverse the campus as necessary. The employee must be able to occasionally lift items weighing 25 pounds and/or push items on a dolly or cart weighing up to 30 pounds.

Work Hours

Maintain an 8-hour workday Monday- Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm or 5 pm, with the option of a 30-minute or one-hour lunch. Occasional after-hours events will need support.

Contract Length

12-month position

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

The Graphic Designer will be evaluated on the previously listed responsibilities to determine satisfactory compliance. These evaluations will determine salary increases and career advancement possibilities.

LOCATION

Main Campus, Stillwater, OK

FLSA CLASSIFICATION

Exempt

SALARY

Commensurate with experience.

AVAILABLE

Immediately

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Meridian Technology Center does not condone nor will it tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, age, or genetic information in its programs, services, activities and employment. The Title IX and 504 Coordinator is Jeremy Zweiacker. He can be reached at Meridian Technology Center, 1312 South Sangre Road, Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74074-1899, via phone at 405-377-7500 or electronic mail at titleix@meridiantech.edu.

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