Graphic Design Technician

Job Title
Graphic Design Technician

Requisition Number
RE54585

Working Title

Department Name
12G00:UKAA - Facilities

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
40

Salary Range
$15.30-24.50/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

HS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, pulling objects to 50 lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Job Summary

The Graphic Designer will assist in creating visual concepts to support UK Athletics branding and visual identity by designing and producing graphics for the athletic facilities, seasonal events as well as NCAA and SEC events. The Graphic Designer will contribute to all aspects from idea conception and collaboration, design and layout, printing/engraving/fabrication, removal of outdated graphics, wall preparation and installation. This individual will work closely with the Senior Graphic Designer and with coaches/staff, administration, marketing, communications, and ticketing to create and implement branding signage. Graphics include wall wraps, banners, directional and advertisement signs, 3-dimensional graphics (logos, lettering, and graphic panels), decals, magnets, engravables, painting and lettering of game balls/stools and game day and practice heat press. This position will work under the direction of the Senior Graphics Designer to transform a new or renovated facility and brand it with UK Athletics’ identity to visually impact the student athlete or recruit. This also included athletic facilities located off campus. This individual will also maintain and update existing graphics as well as work with any outside vendor if needed. This individual will be responsible for managing sign substrate and vinyl inventory, responsible for the successful transportation and installation of a variety of signage types, required to review and ensure that all signage meets the required specifications for each project, prepare each sign for mounting, and manage the placement and installation of each sign as required. This individual will have excellent organizational skills, be able to manage multiple projects, be detailed oriented, work within a timeline and budget yet have the flexibility to handle occasional special or urgent requests as assigned by the Senior Graphic Designer.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Photoshop, Illustrator, FlexiSign Pro, Roland Versaworks, Dr. Engrave

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Associates

Deadline to Apply
06/04/2026

Our University Community

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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.