Graphic Designer/Creative Coordinator

Graphic Designer/Creative Coordinator

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Graphic Designer/Creative Coordinator.

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division University Communications

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 39,816.00 – 42,000.00

Pay Grade
E08

Posting Close Date February 22, 2026

Special Instructions to Applicants
A review of the applicant’s graphic design portfolio will be included in the interview process.

Applicant must provide a cover letter and current resume, which includes contact information for three references and a link to one of the following: portfolio website or link to download a digital version of applicant’s portfolio (via Dropbox, OneDrive, etc.).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
The Graphic Designer & Creative Coordinator serves as a key creative resource for the Office of University Communications, partnering with units across campuses to conceptualize, design, and produce professional marketing materials that advance the university’s brand and strategic goals. This position is responsible for translating complex ideas into visually compelling print and digital communications, ensuring brand consistency and elevating the quality of creative output across the institution.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Designs visually compelling print and digital materials while ensuring adherence to internal processes, including project timelines, approval workflows, file preparation, and archiving; troubleshoots production-related file issues and coordinates with external vendors, as needed.
2. Collaborates with creative partners to establish design direction and execute creative strategies across multiple communication platforms; develops design solutions for institutional and high-profile initiatives, ensuring alignment with university brand standards and creative strategy.
3. Ensures all printed and digital communications meet institutional graphic and style standards, maintaining quality, consistency and brand integrity.
4. Collaborates with Marketing Communications and Web teams to execute creative strategies across platforms; provides design support for advertising, video, web and social media by producing high-quality creative assets.
5. Maintains knowledge of design best practices, trends, techniques and production resources; performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from an accredited college or university in graphic design or graphic communication and one (1) year of paid professional experience as a graphic designer.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in using Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong understanding of print processes and production methods
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong organizational, project management and time management skills with the ability to work productively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, results-oriented setting
• Proven ability to meet project deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Strong work ethic, critical-thinking abilities and creative problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated judgment, discretion and attention to detail
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts (fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions) to design and production tasks
• Ability to analyze information, define problems, collect data and draw sound conclusions

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from an accredited college or university in graphic design or graphic communication and three (3) years of paid professional experience as a graphic designer.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation’s leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.