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Graphic Designer

Nebraska State College System

Lincoln, NE

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$48,632–$60,791 Per Year
SKILLS
Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Bidding, Budget Management, Content Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Direct Mail, Economic Development, Editing, Educational Administration, Email Marketing, Employee Retention, Facebook, Feature Stories, Financial Aid, Graphic Design, Higher Education, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing/Sales Collateral, Materials Management, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printing, Production Control, Project/Program Management, Publications, Resource Management, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Time Management, Web Design, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lincoln, NE
POSTED
1 day ago
Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Graphic Designer

Nature of Work

Creates original designs, executes artwork and/or writes feature stories for print publications and the website. Conceptualizes design layout of finished art and text for reproduction and coordinates final production of finished product with printing department. May oversee the bidding and award process for project needs.

Examples of Work Performed
  1. Design and produce prospective student recruitment publications; materials, recruitment postcards, financial aid communications, event invitations, and admitted student materials
  2. Develop and manage a recruitment communications calendar that sequences print and digital touchpoints throughout the full enrollment cycle
  3. Produce targeted direct mail campaigns segmented by prospective student population (first-time freshmen, transfer students, adult learners, dual enrollment and graduate etc.)
  4. Coordinate with vendors, overseeing production, and delivery process to ensure materials are on-brand, on time, and within budget
  5. Manage enrollment-focused social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, X, etc.), developing and publishing content that highlights campus life, academic programs, student success, and the admissions experience
  6. Design all event collateral, environmental signage, presentation slide decks and promotional materials for Enrollment Management sponsored events
  7. Partner with academic departments to develop program-specific recruitment materials (both print and electronic) that are current, and enrollment-focused
  8. Other duties as assigned


Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in art, commercial art, communications, or related field and at least one year experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or closely related field
  • 3+ years of experience in enrollment marketing, higher education communications, or a recruitment-focused marketing role
  • Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a high-volume recruitment cycle
  • Demonstrated experience managing social media with measurable audience engagement
  • Strong editing skills, with the ability to write persuasively for prospective student audiences
  • Experience with print production workflows including pre-press processes, color modes, and vendor coordination
  • Familiarity with enrollment CRM platforms (e.g., Slate ) and email marketing tools


Physical Demands

License and Certification Requirements

Other Requirements

Criminal Background Check

Salary Information
Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Attractive and comprehensive benefit package. Annual salary range is $48,632-$60,791.

FTE

1.000

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Union Status
NSCPA

Number of Vacancies
1

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
PS1687P

Desired Start Date

Open Date
06/26/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Wayne State College is seeking a Graphic Designer in the Admissions Department.

General Information

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

EEO Statement

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Veteran Statement
This position is subject to Veterans Preference.

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