San Marcos, TX
Texas State University
Graphic Designer
Posting Number: 2026298
Location: San Marcos
Department: VP Student Success
Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: $3,901-$4,876
Job Category: Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in visual design, communication, graphic design, advertising, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of design principles and applications for print and digital media.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or comparable design software.
- Knowledge of advertising, branding, and campaign development.
- Strong skills in project and process management, including managing multiple concurrent design requests and deadlines.
- Proficiency with computers and common office and design technologies, including printers, photo and video equipment, and basic UX concepts.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with both professional staff and student employees.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., communication, graphic design, advertising, or visual design).
- Experience working in a higher education or student affairs environment.
- Experience supervising student employees or managing small creative teams.
- Experience presenting workshops or trainings on design, media, or marketing topics.
- Familiarity with work request and project management systems, including tracking, prioritization, and reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to align creative work with institutional branding, strategic goals, and assessment data.
Job Description:
The Graphic Designer position produces high-quality visual design for print, digital, video, and web to support the Division of Student Success and its programs, services, and initiatives. The role ensures consistent application of university and divisional brand standards across all departments, serving as a key steward of the visual identity and advising departments on effective design practices. The position manages a broad range of projects from concept through delivery, balancing multiple deadlines while aligning all materials with the mission and vision of the Division of Student Success. The Graphic Designer works under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications, collaborates closely with campus partners, and will supervise and mentor student workers involved in design, media, and production tasks.
Job Duties:
- Design and Creative ProductionConceptualize and design visual materials for print, digital, web, and video to support Division of Student Success initiatives.
- Develop concepts and layouts from initial idea through final deliverables, ensuring designs are clear, accessible, and audience-focused.
- Select format, typography, color, imagery, and overall layout, and edits content within designs for clarity and impact.
- Create and maintain templates and reusable assets to streamline production and reduce one-off requests.
- Brand Stewardship and Visual StrategyApply and uphold university and divisional brand standards across all materials to ensure a consistent visual identity.
- Align design projects with the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the Division of Student Success.
- Recommend appropriate channels and mediums (print, digital, web, social, video) to maximize effectiveness and reach.
- Advise staff on best practices for visual communication, including image use, readability, and inclusive design.
Collaboration and Consultation
- Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify project goals, audiences, timelines, and deliverables.
- Conduct project intake, communicate status and timelines, and incorporate feedback while maintaining design quality and brand alignment.
- Provide guidance or training on topics such as design basics, branding, and effective use of media and visual assets.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with staff and student employees to support a collaborative, service-oriented environment.
Project and Team Management
- Manage multiple concurrent design requests, tracking, prioritizing, and scheduling work according to divisional priorities and deadlines.
- Maintain organized shared repositories of design files, templates, assets, and photography for reference and reuse.
- Provide day-to-day direction and feedback to student workers on design and media projects, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Support special projects and other assigned duties, including event-related design needs and rapid-turnaround requests.
Additional Information to Applicants:
Job Open Date: 02/05/2026
Job Close Date: 02/18/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM
Posting Notices:
Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.
Quicklink:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55903
For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55903 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.
About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff
Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
