Position Summary

Are you a talented graphic designer looking to make an impact on a vibrant campus community? We have an exciting opportunity for a Graphic Designer I at Facilities Graphics, part of the dynamic Facilities Services department, supporting our Sign Shop and Reprographics teams. As a Graphic Designer I, you will bridge the gap between creative concepts and final deliverables. You will work closely with other designers to ensure all materials meet the brand standards and production requirements. This role is ideal for someone with an eye for detail, strong technical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Execution: Prepare and finalize production ready files for print, digital, and other media for Reprographics. 
• Hands-On Production: Dive into full production art, installation, fabrication, and maintenance for the Sign Shop.
• Team Collaboration: Offer your skills and administrative assistance to our dedicated team, ensuring smooth operations and project success.
• Technical Preparation: Ensure all files are properly formatted, named, and organized for easy access and future use.
• Brand Compliance: Maintain consistency with SDSU guidelines across all deliverables.

What We Offer:

• Professional Growth: Develop your skills and gain invaluable experience by working on diverse projects within a supportive environment.
• Team Spirit: Be part of a respectful, professional, and cooperative workplace, fostering strong relationships across departments and the campus community.
• Safety & Excellence: Contribute to a safe, clean, and well-maintained working environment, ensuring the highest quality in design, fabrication, and installation.

Join us at Facilities Graphics and be a key player in shaping our campus environment with your creativity and dedication!

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Division of Business and Financial Affairs is responsible for ensuring a safe, productive campus environment while providing the highest quality service in support of academic excellence through thoughtful stewardship of financial, technological, infrastructure and human resources at San Diego State University.

SDSU Facilities Services (FS) is a customer-service based organization providing facility maintenance activities through a transparent and deliberate process. It is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, renovation, remodel, and alteration activities in support of the academic and research mission of the university. Facilities Services employs approximately 250 employees and supports approximately eight million square feet of buildings (including residence halls and parking structures) and 280 acres of improved and unimproved land.

For more information regarding Facilities Graphics, click here.

Education and Experience

Entry to the first level within this classification requires foundation knowledge in the principles and techniques of artistic and graphic design as well as demonstrated design and artistic skills. This knowledge and skill normally is obtained through a college degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field or through technical experience and/or relevant coursework. In addition, strong communication skills and the ability to use and maintain currency with applicable computer software packages and systems are essential to entering this classification.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Art, or relevant field is preferred.
• Foundational knowledge in the principles and techniques of artistic and graphic design, as well as demonstrated artistic and design skills.
• Ability to use Adobe Creative Suite and other software relevant to Graphic Design and to remain current with updated skills and technologies. 
• Basic knowledge of copyright laws .
• Strong professional written and verbal communication skills 
• Educational or professional experience in reprographic preflight file preparation.
• Basic knowledge of software relevant to project management and time/material recording such as Print MIS, Smartsheet, and other work management software.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,167 per month. 

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. 

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,058 - $6,883 per month. 

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. 

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.  For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on February 13, 2025. To receive full consideration, apply by February 12, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at mpuentes2@sdsu.edu.