[Hiring] Digital Designer @Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Role Description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University seeks a digital designer proficient in Figma with strong front-end fluency to join the Information Technology department in a teleworking arrangement. The Digital Designer will help promote Embry-Riddle through the design and implementation of user-focused solutions for websites, digital signs, email templates, and other digital properties.

Reporting to the Director of Web Design, Experience and Optimization, this is a high-impact role for a strategic designer who combines strong visual execution with front-end technical fluency. This position focuses on leading the visual and user experience design of university digital properties using Figma and modern UX practices.

The Digital Designer will:

• Work with colleagues across the university to understand user needs.
• Design and prototype user-friendly deliverables.
• Collaborate with the IT Development team to translate approved web designs into production-ready solutions.
• Ensure designs and design components meet usability, accessibility, and brand standards as well as digital best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, User Experience or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in web design or front-end digital design.
• Demonstrated experience in website design and mobile-first design with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in content management systems; Sitecore and Sharepoint Online preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Figma required; proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud required.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS and working knowledge of JavaScript required.
• Knowledge of W3C web standards, ADA and WCAG 2.2 compliance standards, and usability best practices.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects, consistently meeting deadlines and adjusting to evolving priorities.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both cooperatively and independently.
• Innovative self-starter with the ability to assess problems and implement solutions.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Effective and clear communicator (written and verbal); comfortable presenting design concepts and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to support IT Core Values by focusing on improvement, believing in our team, learning from mistakes, being accountable for actions and showing determination, focus and tenacity.
• Higher education experience preferred.

Requirements

• Design and create reusable and scalable web components and digital assets for enterprise-wide systems.
• Collaborate with university colleagues and IT partners to deliver functional, intuitive user experiences from concept through implementation.
• Test all prototypes and designs for browser compatibility, mobile responsiveness, accessibility compliance and usability best practices.
• Contribute to the development and ongoing maintenance of the university’s digital design system and asset library.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts by leveraging emerging digital trends, tools and methodologies.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, along with wellness programs.
• Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution.
• Generous Time Off: 18 days of personal leave in your first year and 9+ paid holidays.