Designer

Designer

Salary

$49,675.00 - $58,441.00 Annually

Location

York County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

2026077S

Agency

Winthrop University

Opening Date

05/27/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/21736.

Class Code:

BG10

Position Number:

2026077S

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN08

Hiring Range - Min.

$49,675.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$58,441.00

Opening Date

05/27/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Designer and collaborating with campus partners, the Designer is responsible for conceptualizing cross-media campaigns, coordinating strategies for attracting new students and donors, effectively positioning the university, and designing and overseeing production of print and web-based projects aimed at increasing enrollment, supporting fundraising, and boosting the university's local, regional and national visibility.

• Serves as independent creative, creative collaborator and production designer:

• Conceptualizes, designs and produces or reproduces publication campaigns and projects related to the university's strategic goals.

• Uses Macintosh-based graphics software to create comprehensive proofs and pre-press ready digital art.

• Collaborates with office and divisional staff as a team member of creative services and as an individual creative.

• Envisions and executes communication strategies for on-campus clients:

• Determines project specifications, performs research and ensures information flow/timely progress on projects.

• Completes projects to specifications and within university and departmental policies/procedures.

• Assists in production schedule maintenance by attending meetings.

• Envisions and effectively uses photography and video to support the brand image.

• Takes and/or edits photos and video as needed.

• Oversees permanent storage of digital files.

• Ensures computers, operating systems, graphics software, storage systems and associated hardware are current and compatible with the printing industry.

• Stays current on design trends and advanced techniques by reading articles, completing online tutorials and videos, and communicating with other design professionals.

• Provides creative and production assistance as graphic designer/production artist to the Senior Designer.

• Works closely with printers to meet standards of quality and ensure timely delivery.

• Creates a variety of digital graphics for the website and social media.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or closely related field; associate's degree and two years of experience in design, production and/or graphic arts; or high school diploma and four years of experience in design, production and/or graphic arts.
• Proficiency with Macintosh-based graphics software, including Adobe Creative Suite.
• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite for printing and web graphics.
• Knowledge of offset sheet-fed and web press printing, digital four-color process printing, and conventional and digital graphics production techniques.
• Working knowledge of marketing and brand management.
• Knowledge of photography and ability to take pictures and shoot video a major plus.
• Working knowledge of digital pre-press and bindery processes.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proven creative abilities and imagination.
• Ability to work independently and successfully manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with production team, university community and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in digital and freehand illustration, digital photography and videography, PSD, TIF, JPG and raw files, and designing for the web.
• Experience managing digital files and fonts.
• Experience troubleshooting the Macintosh operating system.
• Familiarity with environmental design helpful.

Additional Comments

Annual Salary/Hiring Range: $49,675 - $58,441; actual salary depends on qualifications.

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/21736.

Telecommuting: Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Winthrop University Address 303 Tillman Hall

Rock Hill, South Carolina, 29733

Phone 803-323-2273

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.