Junior Creative Designer

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Job Summary The Junior Interaction Designer designs simple, human-centered experiences across mobile, web, desktop applications, print communications, and other emerging technology platforms. This position supports the development of engaging digital and visual communication solutions, including interactive media, motion graphics, print materials, and emerging technology initiatives. The role may also contribute to projects involving 3D design, visual storytelling, and immersive or interactive experiences, including the creation of visual assets and prototypes using tools such as Cinema 4D or similar 3D software. Through collaboration with senior creative staff, the Junior Assists in developing design solutions for mobile, web, desktop, print, and other emerging platforms. Assists in the design and development of projects that leverage emerging technologies, interactive media, and innovative communication approaches. Helps create user requirement specifications, personas, use cases, workflow diagrams, wireframes, storyboards, and design prototypes. Communicates research findings, conceptual ideas, technical concepts, and detailed design solutions with clarity and coherence. Prototypes low- and high-fidelity concepts, from paper-based sketches and wireframes to interactive digital experiences. Supports the creation of visual assets for motion graphics, digital storytelling, and 3D media using tools such as Cinema 4D or similar software. Assists in the design and production of print materials such as posters, brochures, flyers, event signage, and marketing collateral, including preparing vendor-ready files with appropriate layout, typography, and color management. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Design (e.g., interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), HCI, Computer Science, or a related field. Experience in interaction design or user interface design experience. Desired Qualifications Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, or interactive concepts for digital platforms. Experience designing marketing or communication materials for print. Familiarity with 3D design workflows including modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and asset optimization. Experience using Cinema 4D within a motion graphics or interactive media pipeline. Experience with GPU-based rendering tools such as Octane Renderer for creating high-quality visualizations, motion graphics, or 3D assets. Basic understanding of preparing 3D assets for animation, web, AR/VR, or real-time environments. Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. Knowledge of typography, layout, color systems, and print production processes. Job Category Administrative Advertised Salary $55,000 - $60,000 Work Schedule Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Working Condition(s) Operating University Vehicles (all types) Pre-Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check Driver's License Check Other Information Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University Ability to travel locally How To Apply Current Employee As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. How To Apply Prospective Employee If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. 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