Junior Creative Designer Job at Florida International University, Miami, FL

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  • Florida International University
  • Miami, FL

Job Description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Junior Interaction Designer designs simple, human-centered experiences across mobile, web, desktop applications, print communications, and other emerging technology platforms. This position supports the development of engaging digital and visual communication solutions, including interactive media, motion graphics, print materials, and emerging technology initiatives. The role may also contribute to projects involving 3D design, visual storytelling, and immersive or interactive experiences, including the creation of visual assets and prototypes using tools such as Cinema 4D or similar 3D software. Through collaboration with senior creative staff, the Junior

  • Assists in developing design solutions for mobile, web, desktop, print, and other emerging platforms.
  • Assists in the design and development of projects that leverage emerging technologies, interactive media, and innovative communication approaches.
  • Helps create user requirement specifications, personas, use cases, workflow diagrams, wireframes, storyboards, and design prototypes.
  • Communicates research findings, conceptual ideas, technical concepts, and detailed design solutions with clarity and coherence.
  • Prototypes low- and high-fidelity concepts, from paper-based sketches and wireframes to interactive digital experiences.
  • Supports the creation of visual assets for motion graphics, digital storytelling, and 3D media using tools such as Cinema 4D or similar software.
  • Assists in the design and production of print materials such as posters, brochures, flyers, event signage, and marketing collateral, including preparing vendor-ready files with appropriate layout, typography, and color management.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Design (e.g., interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), HCI, Computer Science, or a related field. Experience in interaction design or user interface design experience.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, or interactive concepts for digital platforms.
  • Experience designing marketing or communication materials for print.
  • Familiarity with 3D design workflows including modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and asset optimization.
  • Experience using Cinema 4D within a motion graphics or interactive media pipeline.
  • Experience with GPU-based rendering tools such as Octane Renderer for creating high-quality visualizations, motion graphics, or 3D assets.
  • Basic understanding of preparing 3D assets for animation, web, AR/VR, or real-time environments.
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, or JavaScript.
  • Knowledge of typography, layout, color systems, and print production processes.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

$55,000 - $60,000

Work Schedule

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Working Condition(s)

Operating University Vehicles (all types)

Pre-Employment Requirements

  • Criminal Background Check
  • Driver's License Check

Other Information

  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
  • Ability to travel locally

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

  • This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

  • This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at:

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.

Job Tags

For contractors, Work at office, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift

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