Job Title: Creative Graphic Design
Location: Remote Description: The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is undergoing a strategic rebranding process to establish a unified, modern, and recognizable identity. This includes the development of a refined logo, updated agency materials, and a clear brand system that reflects the agency’s values and strategic direction. A contracted part-time graphic designer will support this initiative by delivering high-quality visual assets and design systems that align with messaging and outreach goals. Qualifications:
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills.
Agency-Wide Material Recreation:
• Redesign key agency documents and templates to reflect the updated brand.
• Examples include, but not limited to: fact sheets, brochures, letterhead, PowerPoint slides, email banners, and reports.
• Provide templates in editable formats (e.g., InDesign, PowerPoint, Word, Canva, etc.) for ongoing use.
Brand Guidelines Development:
• Create a comprehensive brand guidelines document that includes:
• Logo usage rules and spacing
• Color palette
• Typography hierarchy and usage
• Icon and image style
• Graphic elements and visual tone
• Guidance for accessibility and ADA compliance
• Deliver both digital (PDF) and editable formats
Social Media Graphics:
• Develop a series of branded social media templates for announcements, events, and campaign messaging.
• Design platform-specific elements (LinkedIn, Twitter/X), including:
• Cover images
• Profile graphics
• Highlight icons
• Ensure templates are editable and easy for internal communications staff to update.
• Board of Trustees Event Materials:
• Design branded collateral for the October Board of Trustees event, including:
• Event signage
• Presentation deck (PowerPoint)
• Name badges
• Printed programs or one-pagers
• Event-branded visuals or animations for digital displays
Website Asset Support:
• Collaborate with internal communications staff to provide visual assets for the website.
• Deliver updated graphics, banners, icons, and other visual elements as needed.
• Ensure visual consistency and brand alignment across key landing pages.
