Description: This position has a range of visual/graphic arts functions used in promotional, instructional and educational materials. This work includes both internal and external communication efforts. Work includes consulting, creating, planning, and providing content that visually communicates information through such avenues as catalogs, brochures, books, magazines, banners, web pages, identity packages, campaigns, invitations, posters, advertising, teaching aids and exhibits. This position executes artistic representations by using software and hardware, traditional and digital photography, various printing practices, and graphic art techniques. Position may also be responsible for consulting with clients to determine project parameters such as purpose, audience, conceptual focus, and scope and concept cost options. Work may include directing staff and clients. Primary Function of Organizational Unit: N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation. Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network. Ag Communications is the central communications function for the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences ( CAES ). Our role supports the research agenda, Cooperative Extension outreach and teaching of the college in its role to carry out the strategic priorities of the University. We work to develop relationships with constituents both internal and external to the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences ( CAES ) and N.C. A&T State University through timely and accurate communications. Primarily, we support the mission and strategic direction and priorities of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences ( CAES ) and the University, collaborate with the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and University leaders to determine the broad messages to be conveyed to internal and external audiences in person, through digital, online, mobile and social media, in the mass media, and through our publications; convey the messages that agriculture is a dynamic, rapidly changing industry and that it embodies all the occupations connected with the research, production, processing, marketing and distribution of farm related products, builds CAES pride through proactive branding, communications and public relations initiatives; provide communications services to our Cooperative Extension network and our research colleagues; and communications, video and photographic, graphic design and creative services, and print production and distribution support and services to connect current and prospective students, the community, families, industry and individuals to the CAES and the University; support the advocacy for College needs and priorities—to local, state, and federal funding agencies. Internal job number: 008534 Requirements: High school diploma or equivalency and two years of visual/graphic arts experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in fine arts, photojournalism or a related concentration, or commensurate experience of 10 or more combined years of professional photography experience. A photographic portfolio that demonstrates solid conceptual skills and knowledge of photography and composition is essential to be considered for this position. Strong organizational skills to support ability to independently manage and coordinate all facets of job duties. Proficiency in the use of general office equipment, Mac OS computers, administrative computing system(s), MS Office and other relevant software applications. Strong proficiency with image and editing software including Photoshop and other industry standard software. Demonstrated experience with and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, new media, and social media applications. Creative thinking, versatility, ability to adapt in dynamic environment and take initiative, and strong customer interaction skills. Action-oriented, excellent organizational abilities, extremely detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure. Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills, a positive, collegial attitude, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively in a close team structure. Job Closing Date: 05/23/2025