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Virginia Community College System

Visual Designer

Hampton, United States

Posting Summary

Working Title

Visual Designer

Role Title

Media Specialist III

Role Code

29073-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

Position Number

29300031

Agency

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Division

Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hampton - 650

Hiring Range

$50,000-$60,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

M-F 8 am to 5 pm; some evenings and/or weekends may be required

Sensitive Position

Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

In consultation with the Director of Marketing and College Relations, the College Visual Designer supervises all internal publication services for the College, both academic and non-academic and other college and retention materials. They provide technical knowledge of printing or digital reproductions in conferring with and assessing customer needs, making recommendations, and writing job specifications to have work produced within the College or from an external vendor.

The College Visual Designer provides primary leadership in developing various creative solutions for the College and coordinating the development and design of a wide range of electronic and/or printed Visual materials, involving a variety of integrated steps and processes, and requiring extensive knowledge of specialized, multi-faceted design concepts and media.

The College Visual Designer provides expertise toward image building and actively monitors and enforces the Visual Identity Guidelines while continually performing routine responsibilities of Visual design for directional and decorative signs, posters, flyers, flags, and assisting College personnel who use the Canva design system and other related applications. The College Visual Designer creates complex, original Visual design and comprehensive layout concepts, and oversees and coordinates production of materials, where needed and as necessary. May lead and guide the work of Visual designers, work study students, and contractors. Responsible for the design and production of special publications such as the Annual Report, College Catalog, and other major design projects as needed. The College Visual Designer is also responsible for creating guidelines for how the brand is presented in different media outlets, ensuring consistency across digital ads, press releases, and social media campaigns to maintain a unified brand voice. This also includes defining the use of logos, fonts, color schemes, and imagery for digital, print, and merchandise applications. The College Visual Designer regularly represents the Marketing and College Relations Office in functions and meetings across campus. The College Visual Designer may be called on for other duties as assigned, including assisting and coordinating video production, photo shoots, and related projects or activities.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Considerable demonstrated experience managing Visual design projects of all scales from start to finish.
Considerable demonstrated work-related or on-the-job experience in design — both online and in print.
Considerable demonstrated and understanding of WordPress, website best practices, and UX and web design basics
Basic knowledge of SEO for websites and ADA compliance policies
Demonstrated related experience with design best practices, including examples of flyers, posters, banners, catalogs (and related publications), online and TV Visuals, email, and other electronic-only projects.

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of best practices for Visual arts and design
Thorough knowledge of industry standard equipment: Mac OS-based computers, PCs, iPads and related tablets, scanners, desktop printers, etc.
Thorough knowledge on creating and troubleshooting PDF, PSD, AI, EPS and other Visual design formats
Understanding of web and user interface design
Proficiency with cameras and photography equipment
Understanding and knowledge of brand management and strategy

Skills

Proficient with standard Adobe Creative Cloud, Affinity, Microsoft Office other related software suites.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with individuals at all levels.
Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
Strong project management and planning skills with the ability to lead design projects across multiple teams.

Abilities

Ability to evaluate and improve design effectiveness based on analytics and stakeholder feedback.
Ability to present and explain design decisions.
Must have the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Ability to work at all campus locations.

Additional Considerations

Experience in a community college setting
Prior experience managing brand assets

Operation of a State Vehicle

Yes

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

Minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

CLS_4039P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

09/23/2025

Job Close Date

09/29/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

vpcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

talentacquisition@vpcc.edu

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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