Student Graphic Designer
About the role
The primary responsibility of the student graphic designer is to assist with creating and designing print and web graphics for the Computer Labs. The position will be responsible for updating and adapting existing graphics as well as producing graphics from concept through production. This role helps prepare the student for a career in graphic design through hands‑on experience, including communicating with diverse clients from various departments, fulfilling project requirements, designing within printer specifications and meeting deadlines. It also provides design pieces for the student’s portfolio and leadership opportunities to mentor junior graphic designers and collaborate with the Social Media Manager.
Responsibilities
- Designing clear and engaging graphics for print (including fliers, posters, brochures, banners)
- Adapting print designs for web applications (including social media graphics, web banners and digital graphics for the Shepherd Union TVs)
- Following WSU branding standards
- Completing designs by assigned due dates
- Continued training through personalized training programs via LinkedIn Learning and Adobe
This is a pooled position; applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available, and the pool will expire after a period of time.
Requirements
- Minimum of one year of graphic design experience
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
- Knowledge of four‑color and spot print processes and file packaging
- Knowledge of English grammar
- Enrollment as a full‑time or part‑time student
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- 50/50 work‑study eligible; individuals who have held a salaried position at WSU within the past six months are ineligible for hourly/ad‑junct roles per the ACA.
Preferred Qualifications
- Self‑motivated
- Very organized and detail‑oriented
- Drive to