A Graphic Designer works with text and images to create design for printed material or web sites. Develops visual designs, such as a logo, that establish an identity or brand for an organization, business or campaign; uses design skills to improve the visual impact of advertising messages, reports, books or websites. May produce documents and printed materials using desktop publishing software and equipment. May work for a publishing company or provide printed business or marketing material for business clients.
The Graphic Designer & Exhibitions Coordinator provides technical and creative support for CAP's internal and external communications. This role oversees the production of all promotional materials and serves as the primary lead for the logistics, installation, and de-installation of CAP exhibitions. The position acts as a liaison between CAP administration, teaching staff, and college-wide marketing and facilities departments.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTION
Communications and Digital Asset Management Designs all printed and digital materials for community programs, including flyers, posters, and recruitment advertisements. Manages CAP social media accounts and coordinates with the CCS Marketing department for website updates. Produces professional presentation decks for internal and external stakeholders and assists with the design of grant-related PDF portfolios and image selections. Manages digital registration forms and updates program information across campus-wide communication channels (Weekly Email and Campus Screens). Leads photography and videography efforts for CAP events; maintains a structured digital archive using established file-naming conventions on shared drives. Exhibition Coordination and Management Manages the full lifecycle of CAP exhibitions, including the planning calendar, installation schedules, de-installation logistics, and return of artwork to community students. Facilitates the collection of student artwork and documentation; assists Directors and Managers in artwork selection and curation. Directs the physical installation of exhibitions, including artwork preparation, matting, framing, and hanging. Supervises CAP Teaching Artists, Work Study students, and Interns in artwork preparation, instillation, and de-instillation for exhibitions. Coordinates with CCS event and exhibition staff regarding gallery space and equipment. Manages the intake and return of all physical artwork; maintains the "Director's Choice" selection catalog and ensures secure hand-off of artworks back to the student artists. Produces all gallery signage, invitations, and individual artwork labels. Administrative and Programmatic Support Prepares materials for Fall and Mid-Year staff meetings and other department professional development activities, including Google Classroom management, trainee packets, and digital schedules. Maintains designated storage spaces for student artwork collection/storage and preparation/exhibition supplies. Maintains consistent office hours and participates in departmental staff meetings to ensure alignment with CAP and CCS objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Technical Proficiency :
Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat). Familiarity with Lightroom and Premiere Pro for multimedia content.
Systems Management :
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom), Asana project management software, and Zoom.
Professional Communication :
Experience managing organizational social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube).
Physical Requirements :
Ability to perform physical tasks associated with gallery installation, including handling artwork and using basic hand tools for mounting.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office and college campus environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to maintain a stationary position, use a computer and other office equipment, and communicate effectively in person, by phone, and virtually. Frequent interaction with others, including staff, faculty, students and third parties is required. The employee may occasionally be required to move files or other objects weighing up to 25 pounds, including from low and high places. The ability to move around within the office and between buildings on campus, attend off-site meetings and events, and travel between Ford Campus site to Taubman Center site are required. CCS will make reasonable accommodations that will allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ABOUT CCS
The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is a nonprofit, private college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and authorized by the Michigan Education Department to grant Bachelor's and Master's degrees. CCS, located in midtown Detroit, strives to provide students with the tools needed for successful careers in the dynamic and growing creative industries. CCS fosters students' resolve to pursue excellence, act ethically, engage their responsibilities as citizens, and learn throughout their lives. With world-class faculty and unsurpassed facilities, students learn to be visual communicators who actively use art and design toward the betterment of society. The College is a major supplier of talent to numerous industries, such as transportation, film and animation, advertising and communications, consumer electronics, athletic apparel, and many more. Its graduates are exhibiting artists and teachers, design problem solvers and innovators, as well as creative leaders in business. The College for Creative Studies, a leading college of art and design, represents a community composed of individuals with many perspectives, personal experiences, values, identities and worldviews and we value what this brings to our organization. CCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, height, weight, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. The College for Creative Studies subscribes to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment, admissions and educational practices and strives to provide an environment and workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. We encourage applications from all. To Apply Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The search will close when a suitable candidate is hired. Interested candidates should submit the following in PDF format: Resume and a letter of application should be submitted to: hr@ccsdetroit.edu
