Graphic Designer (part-time, 17.5 hours/week)

Why Work at BYU

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Graphic Designer (part-time, 17.5 hours/week)

The Graphic Designer supports the College of Computational, Physical, and Mathematical Sciences by creating thoughtful, high‑quality visual materials for both digital and print communication. This position requires an experienced designer with strong technical skills, a keen eye for visual storytelling, and an ability to translate complex subject matter into clear, compelling designs. The designer will also mentor student employees, uphold University brand standards, and contribute to strategic communication initiatives that elevate the visibility and impact of the college.

What you’ll do in this position:

Graphic Design

• Develop high‑quality creative designs for print and digital media, including newsletters, brochures, booklets, posters, web graphics, social media assets, and event materials
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
• Receive, interpret, and incorporate feedback from the dean, associate deans, department chairs, faculty, and other stakeholders
• Create graphics and media used in presentations to campus leadership, external partners, and donors
• Contribute to the development of strategic communication efforts aligned with college initiatives, events, and priorities
• Prepare files for professional print production, ensuring accuracy and compliance with printer specifications

Mentor Student Graphic Designers

• Provide guidance, art direction, and feedback to 1–2 student graphic designers
• Teach design best practices, workflow processes, and creative problem‑solving techniques
• Support student designers in achieving faster turnaround times and higher-quality deliverables

Graphic Design Standards, Compliance & Innovation

• Stay up-to-date on best practices, emerging techniques, and new tools in design and multimedia
• Ensure all college design materials comply with copyright laws, accessibility standards, and BYU brand guidelines
• Recommend process improvements, templates, and creative approaches that enhance overall communication efforts

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, illustration, advertising, or a related field and two years of professional graphic design experience in both print and digital formats OR six years of professional graphic design experience in both print and digital formats without a degree
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, color theory, and brand consistency
• Skill in preparing files for print production and coordinating with print vendors
• Ability to communicate and collaborate professionally with faculty, staff, administrators, and students
• Ability to rapidly learn and proficiently use website management tools and other technical software
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management

Preferred:

• Experience in higher education, nonprofit communication, or scientific/technical communication
• Experience managing or mentoring student employees or junior designers
• Familiarity with UI/UX best practices and basic web accessibility principles
• Experience designing for web content management systems (CMS)
• Experience with animation, motion graphics, or video editing tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere)
• Working knowledge of HTML/CSS (basic)
• Ability to create data visualizations or infographics that explain complex topics

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits , including:

• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA pass
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 52

Typical Starting Pay: $31.25 to $40.50 an hour

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!