Entry Level Graphic Design Specialist Jobs
New grad graphic design specialist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Manufacturing, and Accounting & Auditing, with employers like Collabera, Auburn University, and Andersen Corporation hiring at this level now.
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Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.
Virginia Peninsula Community College seeks faculty to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during the summer semester. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Courses may be assigned at the Hampton or Historic Triangle campus, other off-site centers, and online (asynchronous/synchronous): day, evening, and weekend classes.
- Design and delivery of instruction for day, evening, or weekend classes.
- Responsible for student assessment and grading.
- Maintains adequate on-campus presence.
- Provides timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the College.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, with at least 18 graduate semester credits in Graphic and Media Design or a related discipline.
- Can demonstrate a passion for the discipline of Graphic and Media Design and a commitment/belief that a diverse group of students from various backgrounds and ages, including adult learners, can learn this discipline, thus fulfilling the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills appropriate for students, colleagues, staff, and administrator interactions as an individual or as a part of a team.
- Proficiency in the Adobe suite of design and editing programs.
- Demonstrated ability to teach Type Design, Layout Design, and Web Design.
- Willingness to adopt an organized plan of instruction and the ability to modify, when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and more and submit documentation as well as final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
- Must be able to work at all campus locations.
- Community college teaching experience.
- Experience teaching online, hybrid, and traditional face-to-face classroom modalities.
- Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience.
- Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs.
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.
Virginia Peninsula Community College seeks faculty to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during the summer semester. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Courses may be assigned at the Hampton or Historic Triangle campus, other off-site centers, and online (asynchronous/synchronous): day, evening, and weekend classes.
- Design and delivery of instruction for day, evening, or weekend classes.
- Responsible for student assessment and grading.
- Maintains adequate on-campus presence.
- Provides timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the College.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, with at least 18 graduate semester credits in Graphic and Media Design or a related discipline.
- Can demonstrate a passion for the discipline of Graphic and Media Design and a commitment/belief that a diverse group of students from various backgrounds and ages, including adult learners, can learn this discipline, thus fulfilling the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills appropriate for students, colleagues, staff, and administrator interactions as an individual or as a part of a team.
- Proficiency in the Adobe suite of design and editing programs.
- Demonstrated ability to teach Type Design, Layout Design, and Web Design.
- Willingness to adopt an organized plan of instruction and the ability to modify, when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and more and submit documentation as well as final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
- Must be able to work at all campus locations.
- Community college teaching experience.
- Experience teaching online, hybrid, and traditional face-to-face classroom modalities.
- Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience.
- Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs.
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Entry Level Graphic Design Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level graphic design specialist job?
Build a portfolio that shows range across print, digital, and brand work, even if the pieces come from class projects, personal work, or volunteer clients. Employers hiring at the entry level prioritize visual problem-solving and software fluency, particularly in Adobe Creative Cloud. Tailoring each application to the employer's visual identity and submitting work samples with your resume gives you a meaningful edge over candidates who apply generically.
Which companies hire entry level graphic design specialists?
Companies hiring entry level graphic design specialists right now include Collabera, Auburn University, and Andersen Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide mix of employers, including in-house creative teams at consumer brands, marketing agencies, media companies, and nonprofits that need production support without requiring years of prior experience.
Are there remote entry level graphic design specialist jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are still common at the entry level. About 0% of entry level graphic design specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so remote options exist but are not guaranteed. Candidates open to on-site roles in their local market will generally see a broader set of openings to apply to.
Are these new grad graphic design specialist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior graphic design specialist roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or academic work as qualifying experience, and emphasizes portfolio quality over resume length. If a posting asks for a portfolio or design samples rather than years of experience, it is almost always open to new graduates applying directly.
Which industries hire the most entry level graphic design specialists?
Entry Level graphic design specialist roles concentrate in Education, Manufacturing, and Accounting & Auditing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they maintain ongoing creative production needs, from digital marketing assets to branded content, that junior designers can contribute to immediately without requiring senior-level strategic oversight.