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Posting Summary
| Posting Number: YUSA-8224 |
| Position Title: Graphic Designer |
| Department: Communications & Public Affairs Division |
| Affiliation: YUSA |
| Band: 9 |
| Salary: Annual salary of $51,187 will be prorated based on the number of weeks worked. |
| Duration: Temporary Full-Time |
| Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Position Start Date: February 19, 2013 Position End Date: February 14, 2014 |
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Purpose:
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A TEMPORARY CONTRACT. Communications & Public Affairs (C&PA) is responsible for enhancing and protecting York University's brand and reputation. The Division provides strategic advice and counsel to York senior management; develops and implements internal and external communication plans; manages media and public relations, strategic brand marketing and institutional advertising; and develops and maintains strong working relationships with key constituency groups. C&PA includes the following units: Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Marketing and Creative Services and Strategic Initiatives and Administration.
Reporting to the Marketing Manager and under the functional guidance of the Sr. Graphic Designers (team leads), the Graphic Designer is responsible for ensuring the creative development and refinement of graphic design projects while maintaining the visual identity of the University. |
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Education:
College diploma in Communications/Graphic Design or equivalent combination of formal training and experience such as completion of some post-secondary courses in Communications/Graphic Design plus 1 year related practical work experience. |
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Experience:
2 years relevant work experience in a professional design studio performing design/layout and other related functions. |
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Skills:
Demonstrated skill/experience in the following areas:
SOFTWARE: Intermediate technical skills utilizing: QuarkXpress 6.0 or higher; Adobe Creative Suites 3.0 including Photoshop
and Illustrator at an intermediate level. MAC OSx 10, Microsoft Office Suite including Word (Intermediate level), Excel (Introductory level) and Powerpoint (Intermediate level). Excellent analytical, interpretive and conceptual skills. Meticulous attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure of high volume and changing production deadlines. |
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| Cover Letter Required: Yes |
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Dates:
| Internal Posting Date: November 26, 2012 |
| Internal Application Deadline: December 3, 2012 |
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| Extended Posting Date: December 7, 2012 |
| Extended Application Deadline: December 14, 2012 |
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| External Posting Date: December 7, 2012 |
| External Application Deadline: December 14, 2012 |
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Please Note: All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
Thank you for your interest in a career with York University.
Are you interested in applying to YUSA-8224?
To apply to this position click the following link to access our online application portal: https://hr2.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=13474
During the application process, please ensure that:
- You have submitted a complete application package using our online application portal*. A complete application package consists of the completed application form, a cover letter and resume
by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
When emailing your application package, ensure that you have attached the resume, cover letter, and application form to your email.
- A complete application package has been submitted for each job posting you are applying for.
- You have quoted the appropriate posting number on your application form and in the subject line of your email. Please keep the posting number and position description for future reference or inquiries.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University's employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and aboriginal persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. York University is committed to employment equity and diversity and a positive and supportive environment.
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We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications received only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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