Work Location: LSU AgCenter Communications, LSU Campus, Knapp Hall, Baton Rouge, La.

Job Description: The LSU AgCenter is seeking an internal multimedia designer experienced with motion graphics, animation, illustration and digital design. The candidate should have a strong background in a variety of design applications, including animation, graphic design, video production, filmmaking and video editing. The designer will work with the creative design team, news team and subject-matter specialists/faculty. The ideal candidates will design and produce educational, digital and marketing materials and signage. These include but are not limited to video animations, illustrations and other visuals, plus graphic design elements and electronic documents as needed for news stories, videos and the web.

The production of creative and educational materials involves understanding the LSU AgCenter’s brand while having a proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Aftereffects, along with 3D Studio and AutoCAD. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to solve a wide variety of design problems and produce compelling content in multiple aesthetic styles and various media including print, animation, illustration and video. The candidate will also possess an ability to understand complex scientific topics and distill key information into effective educational content, an ability to understand client needs and tailor design solutions to effectively deliver desired experiences to specific audiences.

The primary mission of the LSU AgCenter is to improve the lives of residents of Louisiana through an educational process that uses research-based information. The successful candidates will creatively transform information into a highly polished finished product. The designer's job is to achieve the client's intended results within the AgCenter’s brand while maintaining the client's timetable and remaining within the client's budget. In doing so, the designer meets the objectives and enhances the image of the client, the Communications unit and the LSU AgCenter.

Other responsibilities include:

• Working as an effective team member, consultant and manager of multiple projects while maintaining an efficient and timely workflow to stay on deadlines and within budgets.
• Communicating appropriately with scientists and subject-matter specialists of all disciplines of agriculture, nutrition and community healthy, and youth development to transform educational data into printed material and other educational products or visual media for intended audiences.
• Assisting in planning and performing duties related to communications/public relations efforts, special events, meetings and conferences.
• Working with the Assistant Director of Communications/Marketing on LSU AgCenter marketing and advertising projects.
• Ensuring consistent messages, presentations and creative directions reflect brand and marketing goals.
• Staying current with motion graphics industry software and trends to produce the best products for our audiences.

Qualification Requirements: A bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. A master's degree in a related discipline from an accredited college or university is preferred. This is a nontenured faculty position that requires a master's degree for promotion. If the suitable candidate has only a bachelor's degree, he or she will need to actively pursue a master's degree in a job-related discipline to be promoted. In addition, 10 or more years of graphic design experience is preferred.

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program. Possibility of educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework towards a master’s or Ph.D. degree at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Application Deadline: August 22, 2024, or until suitable candidates are identified.

Application Procedure: Apply online through Workday for internal applicants by attaching a cover letter with resume including a statement of professional interest and goals, university transcripts and two letters of reference. Paper, faxed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. In lieu of attaching the letters of reference, they may be sent directly to:

Tobie Blanchard
LSU AgCenter Communications Director
141 Knapp Hall
Baton Rouge, La 70803
Email: tblanchard@agcenter.lsu.edu

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.