Senior Graphic Designer

UMS

. Conceptualize, design, and produce high-quality, on-brand visual content .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Maine • United StatesSenior💰 $54,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, while effectively managing multiple design projects and collaborating with cross-departmental teams to produce high-quality visual content that aligns with institutional branding and goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Graphic DesignFive To Seven Years Of Professional Graphic Design ExperienceExpert-Level Proficiency With Adobe Creative SuiteStrong Organizational SkillsAbility To Manage Multiple Projects

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignVisual CommunicationDesign PrinciplesTypographyLayoutColor TheoryPrint ProductionContent DevelopmentArt DirectionVisual Identity Guidelines

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailCollaborationMentorshipIndependent WorkTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

Adobe InDesignAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopDigital Content Development ToolsPrint Production Tools

Industry Keywords

Brand AdvancementEnrollment SupportInstitutional PrioritiesVisual IdentityCreative Direction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conceptualize, design, and produce high-quality, on-brand visual content
Create materials across print, digital, web, social, and advertising channels
Advance the University’s brand and support enrollment, advancement, and institutional priorities
Provide creative direction and mentorship to junior designers and student workers
Collaborate with storytellers, copywriters, photographers, videographers, and colleagues across campus
Translate strategic goals into compelling visual solutions
Lead projects from concept through final production with minimal supervision
Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, and campus partners on visual identity and design best practices
Coordinate with external vendors, printers, or freelance creative talent as needed
Work occasional evenings or weekends around project and campaign deadlines
Travel occasionally to the UMPI campus for training, campus events, and photo/video shoots

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or certificate in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of five to seven years of professional graphic design experience
Strong portfolio
Familiarity with the UMPI brand
Thorough understanding of design principles, typography, layout, color theory, and print production
Expert-level proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Familiarity with digital and print content development tools
Ability to generate original concepts, provide art direction, and lead design projects from concept through completion with minimal oversight
Experience developing and maintaining visual identity guidelines
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines simultaneously
Ability to work effectively with copywriters, photographers, videographers, and cross-departmental colleagues
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to pursue additional training as needed
Stable, reliable internet connection of at least 25 Mbps; hotspots are not acceptable
Dedicated distraction-free workspace supporting private conversations, confidentiality, FERPA compliance, and a full workstation with two monitors and docking stations
Annual completion of a Remote Work Agreement Form
Cover letter, resume, and portfolio required for application
Professional references required for finalists
Successful background check required
Applicants must not require visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents
Professional development opportunities
Wellness programs
Schedule flexibility around project and campaign deadlines
Remote work arrangement
Global employee benefits including life and disability insurance
Robust retirement contributions
Tuition waivers