Communication Design and Production Specialist - Engemann Admin Student Health - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

Responsible for the production aspects of social media visuals; audio-visual media; event production collateral; print collateral, and digital assets to communicate services and campaigns related to health care and public health. This role reviews and approves visual content and visual brand representation for USC Student Health and USC Campus Health, under the direction of the Senior Manager, Public Communications and Outreach.

Departmental Specific Summary



Essential Duties

• Responsible for the audio/visual storytelling through social media channels including Instagram and Spotify (podcasts).
• Gives guidance to student workers producing audio/visual content and supervises the quality of their work in readiness for publishing
• Oversee design and copy layouts for select publications, including magazines and newsletters. Designs and proofs artwork, display materials and copy layouts.
• Use computer software packages to manipulate images, text, etc.
• Oversee design and copy layouts for marketing collateral materials, such as brochures, certificates, posters, flyers, etc.
• Complete projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etc.
• Work with clients (internal and external) to advise, create, modify and execute design standards and solutions to visual media objectives and/or requirements.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending design workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The health system reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Qualifications:

• Req Associate’s Degree Degree in graphic design, visual communication or related field
• Req 3 years Experience in a graphic design role
• Req Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Req Must have advanced knowledge of print design including font management, inks and preparing files for print
• Req Knowledge of creating files for digital use including web colors and formats
• Req Skilled in page layout using InDesign.
• Req Experience working with identity assets such as logos.
• Req Must have thorough knowledge of printing process as well as good web practices for graphics.
• Req Ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is productive and organized.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pref Bachelor’s Degree Degree in graphic design, visual communication or related field
• Pref Knowledge of HTML, Wordpress, designing e-blasts and/or digital publications a plus.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth—advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health—organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve—driving continued growth from within and beyond the system’s boundaries.

The annual base salary range for this position is $68,640.00 - $112,370.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

                                                  

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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