Publications Designer bei The University of South Florida Board of Trustees
The University of South Florida Board of Trustees · Tampa, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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- Optionales Büro in Tampa
The Publications Designer works closely with staff members in Housing & Residential Education and other campus partners to develop the department's creative multimedia communications, currently serving over 6,300 on-campus students. The Publications Designer will be an integral part of Housing & Residential Education's residential communications planning and development as the department highlights the advantages of on-campus housing and communicates with current residents and families. This position has the primary responsibility for the coordination of videos and photographic productions used for promotional, educational, and training purposes using storyboards, copy writing, filming, editing, and final packing of video projects for various professional and student audiences. This position will supervise undergraduate and graduate student staff, student photographers, and student interns. The Communications team serves to support students and staff by utilizing technology and innovative practices to build, maintain, and deliver programmatic support that aligns with the H&RE brand. The Publications Designer will report to the Assistant Director for Communication. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs such as Grand Opening, transition days, hall closing, etc.
This is an on-campus position.
Responsibilities
Programmatic Support: Develop educationally-based print & electronic deliverables (video and photograph) that will be used for advertisement, promotion, training, information dissemination, residential programmatic support, and brand-building. Examples would be producing educational training videos; co-producing the Housing Live! YouTube show; promoting a robust on campus living experience through video campaigns. Under limited supervision, allocate and prioritize resources to accomplish assigned directives efficiently and effectively. Assist supervisor with the development of major campaigns for various stakeholders and delegate project assignments to the student marketing team.
Student Supervision: Hire, train, and evaluate a diverse group of undergraduate and graduate student leaders employed or interning with the Communications unit. Motivate student team members to ensure productivity and creativity through positive reinforcement and constructive development. Coordinate student employee schedules to meet deadlines and in accordance with the student OPS budget allocation. This position will provide leadership to at least one student video production assistant and at least one student intern. Design a robust new hire training program that re-enforces HRE's philosophies and values as well as the technical aspects of the position. Conduct monthly in-services that support on-going training needs, other profession-based developmental opportunities, and career readiness. This may include inviting speakers as needed to achieve program objectives.
Policies and Procedures: Conducts policy, procedure, technique, and training research according to best practices that ensure a successful operation and delivery of services to students and partners. Present any findings to the supervisor for discussion and direction. Disseminate any changes to partners as directed.
Publications: Review and refine the HRE and Residential Education handbooks such as the Operating Manual, Marketing Handbook, Social Media Guide, and serve as a central resource for all HRE Marketing unit procedures.
Other duties, projects, and committee involvement, as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Technical Writing, Digital Media, or related field, with two years of experience in related positions; or a Master's degree in the fields listed above. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications: a Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration, Communications, Writing, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or related field from a regionally accredited university/college and three years of related experience of University Student Housing or Student Affairs experience. extensive experience with live streaming using a multi-camera system, experience using various editing/streaming software such as Wirecast, Adobe Suite, Final Cut Pro, etc., experience using advanced camera and lighting equipment, and experience mentoring in the profession. The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail, is a team collaborator, and is solutions oriented.
Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
Company
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
