Reviewed: 11/2014
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable): John Morrow, Martin Morales Position #(s): 41782
41106
Current Title:
(JCC: 77786 )
Graphic Designer and Communications Professional
Department: (DUAL Depts – see addt’l cover below)
Extended Studies
Current Range: Grade
31
College/Division: President’s Office
Account #(s): 1101-101-0301
Action Proposed: ( check all that apply ) CLASSIFIED TO ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY
( ) New position: Proposed Range:
Proposed Title:
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
(X ) Proposed Reassignment from Range GR 31 to Range 2
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
Range:
JCC (Current or new HR assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
____________________________________________________________
Employee’s Signature
__________________
Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
____________________________________________________________ __________________
Immediate Supervisor’s Signature Andrea Turman, Interim Director, Marketing, EXS Date
____________________________________________________________
Fred Holman, Vice Provost, Extended Studies
Director/Chair/Dean
__________________
Date
Approved for Salary Placement Committee review
____________________________________________________________ __________________
Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Stacy Burton, Vice Provost, Faculty Affairs Date
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
Pos #(s): 16156 JCC: 77786 Range: 2 EEO:
Approved Title: Graphic Designer and Communications Professional
11/1/2015
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Date
Rev: 10/1/2012

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Item 9.B-November 11, 2013
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
To expedite and facilitate the PDQ review process, please send the PDQ and Org Chart electronically to marshag@unr.edu for discussion and for initial review before routing PDQ for approval signatures.
Questions - call UNR Faculty HR at 682-6114
INSTRUCTIONS: See http://www.unr.edu/hr/compensation-and-evaluation for complete instructions.
Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable): Claudia Ortega-Lukas Position #(s): 16156
Current Title: Graphic Designer and Communications Professional
(JCC: 77786 )
Department: Integrated Marketing (DMI)
Current Range: 2
College/Division: President’s Office
Account #(s): 1101-101-0301
Action Proposed: ( check all that apply )
( ) New position: Proposed Range:
Proposed Title:
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range to Range
(X) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
Range:
JCC (Current or new HR assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
____________________________________________________________
Employee’s Signature
__________________
Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
____________________________________________________________
Immediate Supervisor’s Signature David Branby, Manager, Creative Services
__________________
Date
____________________________________________________________
Vacant-Exec Dir, Marketing and Comms / Marc Johnson, President
Director/Chair/Dean
__________________
Date
Approved for Salary Placement Committee review
____________________________________________________________ __________________
Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Stacy Burton, Vice Provost, Faculty Affairs Date
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
Pos #(s): 16156 JCC: 77786 Range: 2 EEO:
Approved Title: Graphic Designer and Communications Professional
11/1/2013
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Date

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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Graphic Designer and Communications Professional position conceptualizes, plans, models and designs print and electronic media within established university branding standards. The position also serves in an account executive role, meeting with clients to assess communications needs, discuss options and provide advice about po ssible solutions. Additionally, it is this individual’s role to research and develop design solutions for digital communications projects and mentor student interns as needed.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
70% - Graphic Design
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Create designs for department projects that include print pieces, websites and other materials
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Perform related design tasks including photo editing, text styling, artwork production and writing requests for proposals in connection with bids for services
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Collaborate with and assist other department designers and/or writers/editors
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Use approved designs to layout or prepare projects for website coding or printing
15% - Project planning and consulting
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Participate in meetings with clients to assess communications needs, discuss options and provide advice about possible solutions
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Research and recommend cost-effective options for design and printing solutions
15% - Research and development of new initiatives; professional development
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Research peer institutions to assess use of cutting-edge technologies and best practices
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Evaluate new tools and software
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Propose and develop new digital initiatives including video content, content-sharing partnerships, integrated marketing, user-generated content and social-network functionality, blogs, podcasts, widgets and mobile applications
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Network with other design professionals at the University and local community
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Serve on university-based committees as appropriate
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Undertake professional development through study, training, conference attendance, etc.
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Graphic Designer and Communications Professional exercises considerable freedom to design, arrange, display and reproduce print and digital material in the most appealing and effective manner and within established university branding guidelines. Although subject to supervisor and, in some instances, client approval, the position’s recommendations are of primary consideration in decisions related to the display and reproduction of communications materials. The incumbent works independently to meet customer needs.

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Impact:
The Graphic Designer and Communications Professional seeks to advance the University ’s objectives with integrated media solutions. The position has an important impact on the institutional reputation, image and integrity of the University.. Projects must be completed in a timely manner with a high level of accuracy, personal enterprise and creativity. Decisions and performance by the position affect budgets, deadlines and relationships with University constituents and outside vendors.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
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Art, production, photography, printing methods and typography
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Media design trends and graphic design software as applied to public and community relations, information services and web-based communication
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Differences between print and electronic design
Skills:
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Design using multiple forms of computer software
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to:
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Translate traditional print design concepts to electronic mediums
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Communicate with a diverse population
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Apply institutional messaging to projects
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Create original artwork
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Understand and work creatively within budgetary limitations
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Work in a team environment, sharing responsibility for project and priority setting
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Work independently without constant supervision
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Handle multiple projects simultaneously
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Embrace the challenges and opportunities inherent in designing for digital mediums
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Reason for Contact
To collaborate on projects and ensure compliance with University guidelines for publishing
Internal
University faculty, staff, and administrators
External
Editors, writers, photographers, artists and printers
Business office personnel, publications clients, subjects of articles appearing in publications
Reason for Contact
To coordinate publication of articles, photos, etc.
To coordinate publications and their content

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6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent. a. Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
b. Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and three years of progressively responsible experience in computer graphic design applied to a variety of communications vehicles
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None c. Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None