Job Details

Graphic Designer- Part Time

Position Number: 7184614
Location: Madison, WI
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Graphic Design

Graphic Designer- Part Time

Current Madison College employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday

Job Posting Date:
May 25, 2026

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:
$22.51 - $26.30
(For current employees, pay may not be restricted to the posted range and will be set in accordance with the Madison College Compensation Manual guidelines for internal salary placement.)

Department:
Creative Team

Job Description:

Madison College is seeking a creative and detail-oriented part-time Graphic Designer to support the development of engaging visual communications across digital, print, web, social media, and multimedia platforms. This position creates high-quality marketing and communication materials that promote the college's programs, services, and initiatives while maintaining Madison College brand standards. Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and the marketing and communications team, the successful candidate will help produce accessible, visually compelling content that connects with diverse audiences and supports the college's mission, visibility, and student-centered goals.

This is a part-time, 25-hour-per-week position located at the Madison College Truax campus. General office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, with flexibility for this position to establish a consistent work schedule in collaboration with the supervisor. This position can expect regularly scheduled team meetings Monday through Thursday. Hybrid work is allowable, subject to college policy and departmental needs.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

This position will be open until filled with a first consideration date of June 7, at 11:59 pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required documents (3): Incomplete applications will not be considered

*Resume

*Cover Letter

*Portfolio Examples: include examples of original design work that highlight your ability to create thoughtful, audience-centered and strategically aligned visual solutions across digital, web or print platforms. We encourage you to share a variety of work that demonstrates your creativity, design process, problem-solving skills and ability to communicate ideas visually.

Accountabilities:

*Design and produce digital and print marketing materials-including brochures, flyers, advertisements, presentations, social media graphics, and web content-to effectively communicate key messages, engage target audiences, and support Madison College's marketing and communication goals.

*Partners with internal stakeholders and leadership to understand project objectives and deliver creative solutions that align with institutional priorities and effectively represent the college's mission and brand.

*Maintain and consistently apply established brand standards across all creative materials to ensure a cohesive, professional, and recognizable visual identity for Madison College.

*Create and edit graphics, illustrations, layouts, and multimedia content to develop visually compelling and accessible communications that enhance audience engagement and understanding.

*Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting established deadlines and quality expectations to ensure timely delivery of effective and high-quality creative assets.

*Prepare files for print production and digital publication to ensure materials are accurate, optimized, and successfully produced across multiple platforms and formats.

*Review and revise designs based on stakeholder feedback to ensure final deliverables meet project goals, audience needs, and organizational expectations.

*Stay current on design trends, software updates, and industry best practices to continuously improve creative quality, innovation, and effectiveness in visual communications. Support photography, video, and other creative projects as assigned to enhance multimedia storytelling and expand the college's visual communication capabilities.

*Contributes to an inclusive, equitable and supportive environment where everyone at the institution feels valued, respected and empowered to reach their full potential.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

*Skill in graphic arts, page layout, problem-solving, conceptual design, and presenting such projects.

*Experience in developing and maintaining branded assets and materials.

*Experience using industry software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, After Effects, Canva or other widely used design software). Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

*Experience with accessible design and ADA compliance with digital assets.

*Ability to organize and prioritize work and give clear, concise rationale of designs.

*Skill in engaging positively with all populations and communities, contributing to a safe and inclusive learning and work environment.

*Skill in effectively and respectfully communicating with others.

Minimum Requirements:

*Associate's degree (or equivalent additional work experience)

*0-1+ years of relevant work experience.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email Talent@madisoncollege.edu or HR hotline (608) 246-6900.

To ensure that emails from us regarding your application do not go to your spam folder, please add the @madisoncollege.edu domain as a safe sender in your email.

Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees, diplomas, apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts, Design & Humanities; Business; Construction, Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary, Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law, Protective & Human Services; Science, Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at (608) 246-6210 or (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the college's nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka, Director, Civil Rights and Compliance, 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246.5221

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