A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Additionally, please include three to five examples of your previous graphic design work.

At Michigan Engineering, we develop the talent and technologies that move society forward and serve our state and national interests. Through discovery and innovation, we create the foundational knowledge and practical technologies to solve not only today's most pressing challenges, but also power industries and change lives. Our programs and community are designed to promote personal well-being and achievement - enabling everyone to unlock their potential and contribute with confidence.

Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Michigan is searching for a Graphic Designer, who will be an integral part of the central staff team. Reporting to the Communications and Marketing Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for producing designs for our various print, web, email, and social channels, while ensuring that deliverables meet high levels of design professionalism, grammatical correctness, and University of Michigan brand standards.

Our team produces stories, videos, and photography, as well as event collateral, direct mail appeals, and campaign marketing materials. Our work celebrates the faculty, students, alumni, and staff who are passionately working to help solve the world's most complex problems.

• Bachelor's degree in fine arts, graphic design, communication design, media design, or related fields, with two years of experience or suitable portfolio, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• High level of general computer and software proficiency, with experience in design and layout software, especially Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
• Excellent print and digital design skills as demonstrated by a portfolio of work that is original, creative, and innovative
• Familiarity with social media such as LinkedIn, Instagram, X, etc.
• Excellent creative-thinking skills; adaptability to new technology or communications avenues
• Ability to set and manage priorities (for self and for projects), handle multiple assignments and deadlines from a variety of individuals, and operate in a flexible, professional manner
• Careful attention to detail

• Ability to create multiple design options, and work collaboratively with others on a final product

• Strong communication skills through a variety of mediums, including strong copy-editing skills

• Experience working with a strong, prominent brand
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of constituents and possess outstanding interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of higher education, science, and technology
• Ability to create illustrations 
• Familiarity with Wordpress or similar web CMS

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.