Communication Graphic Designer

Role Overview

The College of Education at the University of South Carolina is looking for a Communications Graphic Designer to support the SC TEACHER communications brand and help carry out communication plans and policies aligned with the program’s strategic objectives. This full-time role is based in Columbia, South Carolina.

Key Duties

In this position, you will contribute to a wide range of communications and design tasks. Work will include creating layouts for research reports, producing graphics for social media and marketing use, and developing visuals for team presentations. The role also involves assisting with event preparation and on-site setup, along with other communications and operations support as needed.

Preferred Background

The ideal candidate should bring strong hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Cloud tools, especially Illustrator and InDesign. You should be comfortable applying visual design principles and staying consistent with brand standards across different types of projects. Strong presentation design and visual communication abilities are important, as is experience with project management or event coordination.

Skills and Abilities

Applicants should be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of proofreading content carefully while following a style guide. Familiarity with web design and HTML is preferred. Experience using project management tools such as Monday, Asana, or Basecamp is also valued. The role requires the ability to adapt creative work to established guidelines and to support multiple tasks efficiently.

Application Notes

This posting remains open for at least five business days and may be closed sooner at the department’s discretion after that period. The recruitment and screening timeline can vary depending on the needs of the hiring team. Candidates who are selected for further consideration will be contacted by phone or email. Applications must be submitted no later than August 9, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of South Carolina states that it does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.