What are the responsibilities and job description for the Print Production Specialist position at University of Texas at Austin?
Job Posting Title:
Print Production Specialist
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Hiring Department:
University Housing and Dining
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Mar 30, 2022
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Description:
The Print Production Specialist helps the University Housing and Dining marketing and communications team coordinate print production. They are responsible for turning the graphic design team's designs/concepts into technically accurate hi-res print ready files. This role is also responsible for printing, cutting, mounting and delivering final products to campus partners as well as assisting with project estimates, purchase orders and invoicing. The Print Production Specialist reports to the project manager and works as part of a team of in-house graphic designers. A collaborative, communicative and organized person is needed in this position.
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Job Details:
General Notes
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Free Capital Metro bus rides
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!
The Division of Student Affairs supports all members of the university community through our mission of developing programs and services that allow everyone to thrive and contribute to the dedicated excellence at the core of our institutional mission. We model diversity and inclusion by providing open, welcoming and inclusive environments in which to work, live and learn.
Responsibilities
Prepare detailed and organized hi-res final files to print on the in-house large/wide format printer. Manage print layouts (2up, 4up, etc) of files to maximize use of 60" wide format paper or vinyl banner material.
Reference project details and pack up printed materials for delivery, including packing/wrapping, labeling, addressing or looking up location details for delivery. Organize logistics for cross campus delivery. Communicating with recipient for confirmation. Hand delivery using campus vehicle may is required.
Prepare final files to send to a third-party printer/production ensuring all details from project are included.
Reference and follow existing style manuals, publication guidelines and university branding specifications when printing and editing files.
Work with existing design templates to resize, update copy/information, change photos or graphics and adjust layout in Adobe Creative Cloud programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
Search and provide design team and project manager past print or digital files from shared server or cloud space as needed.
Work with project manager to obtain project estimates, and process purchase orders and invoices.
Maintain production related supply inventory and troubleshoot equipment to ensure maximum uptime.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design or equivalent
At least one year professional experience in print production and graphic design
Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud with focus on Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat plus Microsoft office suite
Experience finalizing layouts, files and print assets
Experience using cutting instruments, using spray adhesive, mounting large format posters/art
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience using project management software (example: receiving direction, communicating and following projects within project management systems)
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment at times
Knowledge of basic principles of design and typography
Team oriented, cooperative and supportive
Ability to take direction, attention to detail; thorough and accurate, no matter how small the task
Flexible; able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, able to prioritize
Ability to work on a PC or ability to quickly adapt to PC based work
Salary Range
$41,700 depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
Work Shift
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm. Hours and days may vary depending on the units needs.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.
Print Production Specialist
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Hiring Department:
University Housing and Dining
-
Position Open To:
All Applicants
-
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
-
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
-
Earliest Start Date:
Mar 30, 2022
-
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
-
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
-
Job Description:
The Print Production Specialist helps the University Housing and Dining marketing and communications team coordinate print production. They are responsible for turning the graphic design team's designs/concepts into technically accurate hi-res print ready files. This role is also responsible for printing, cutting, mounting and delivering final products to campus partners as well as assisting with project estimates, purchase orders and invoicing. The Print Production Specialist reports to the project manager and works as part of a team of in-house graphic designers. A collaborative, communicative and organized person is needed in this position.
-
Job Details:
General Notes
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
Free Capital Metro bus rides
Retirement contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!
The Division of Student Affairs supports all members of the university community through our mission of developing programs and services that allow everyone to thrive and contribute to the dedicated excellence at the core of our institutional mission. We model diversity and inclusion by providing open, welcoming and inclusive environments in which to work, live and learn.
Responsibilities
Prepare detailed and organized hi-res final files to print on the in-house large/wide format printer. Manage print layouts (2up, 4up, etc) of files to maximize use of 60" wide format paper or vinyl banner material.
Reference project details and pack up printed materials for delivery, including packing/wrapping, labeling, addressing or looking up location details for delivery. Organize logistics for cross campus delivery. Communicating with recipient for confirmation. Hand delivery using campus vehicle may is required.
Prepare final files to send to a third-party printer/production ensuring all details from project are included.
Reference and follow existing style manuals, publication guidelines and university branding specifications when printing and editing files.
Work with existing design templates to resize, update copy/information, change photos or graphics and adjust layout in Adobe Creative Cloud programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
Search and provide design team and project manager past print or digital files from shared server or cloud space as needed.
Work with project manager to obtain project estimates, and process purchase orders and invoices.
Maintain production related supply inventory and troubleshoot equipment to ensure maximum uptime.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design or equivalent
At least one year professional experience in print production and graphic design
Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud with focus on Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat plus Microsoft office suite
Experience finalizing layouts, files and print assets
Experience using cutting instruments, using spray adhesive, mounting large format posters/art
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience using project management software (example: receiving direction, communicating and following projects within project management systems)
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment at times
Knowledge of basic principles of design and typography
Team oriented, cooperative and supportive
Ability to take direction, attention to detail; thorough and accurate, no matter how small the task
Flexible; able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, able to prioritize
Ability to work on a PC or ability to quickly adapt to PC based work
Salary Range
$41,700 depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions
Work Shift
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm. Hours and days may vary depending on the units needs.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
-
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
-
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
-
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
-
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
-
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
-
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
-
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.
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