Designs digital and print materials for prospective and admitted students, recruitment initiatives, and admissions events, including flyers, invitations, signage, event materials, T-shirt designs, and other promotional materials;

Creates graphics and visual assets for admissions email campaigns and other digital communications;

Creates and updates admissions PowerPoint presentations;

Collaborates with the Admissions Office to develop creative concepts and execute design projects from initial idea through final product;

Edits and updates existing admissions graphics, templates, and promotional materials;

Prepares design materials for digital distribution and print production;

Organizes and maintains admissions design files, templates, and visual assets;

Assists with photography, photo selection, and basic photo editing, as needed;

Manages multiple design projects and accurately and efficiently meet established deadlines; and

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field;
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, InDesign, and/or Illustrator;
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, visual hierarchy, and brand consistency;
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce polished, accurate work;
• Organizational and time-management skills;
• Ability to work independently and manage projects with limited day-to-day supervision;
• Ability to accurately and efficiently meet deadlines;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint; and
• For fully remote work, reliable access to a computer and internet connection capable of supporting the position’s design responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing materials for higher education, nonprofit, professional, or similar organizations;
• Experience with photography and photo editing;
• Experience with Canva or similar web-based design platforms;
• Experience with web design or creating graphics for digital platforms;
• Familiarity with HTML; and
• Experience developing materials within established institutional branding guidelines.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Admissions Design Specialist at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.

Posting Open Date: August 24, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: September 4, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Campus Safety Information

Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/

Designs digital and print materials for prospective and admitted students, recruitment initiatives, and admissions events, including flyers, invitations, signage, event materials, T-shirt designs, and other promotional materials;

Creates graphics and visual assets for admissions email campaigns and other digital communications;

Creates and updates admissions PowerPoint presentations;

Collaborates with the Admissions Office to develop creative concepts and execute design projects from initial idea through final product;

Edits and updates existing admissions graphics, templates, and promotional materials;

Prepares design materials for digital distribution and print production;

Organizes and maintains admissions design files, templates, and visual assets;

Assists with photography, photo selection, and basic photo editing, as needed;

Manages multiple design projects and accurately and efficiently meet established deadlines; and

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field;
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, InDesign, and/or Illustrator;
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, visual hierarchy, and brand consistency;
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce polished, accurate work;
• Organizational and time-management skills;
• Ability to work independently and manage projects with limited day-to-day supervision;
• Ability to accurately and efficiently meet deadlines;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint; and
• For fully remote work, reliable access to a computer and internet connection capable of supporting the position’s design responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing materials for higher education, nonprofit, professional, or similar organizations;
• Experience with photography and photo editing;
• Experience with Canva or similar web-based design platforms;
• Experience with web design or creating graphics for digital platforms;
• Familiarity with HTML; and
• Experience developing materials within established institutional branding guidelines.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Admissions Design Specialist at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.

Posting Open Date: August 24, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: September 4, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Campus Safety Information

Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/