Student Assistant Graphics and Publicity Services (GPS) Graphic Designer

Company: University of Alaska
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Student Assistant Graphics and Publicity Services (GPS) Graphic Designer Apply now (/apply/751/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=515461&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 515461 Classification:Student Assistant C Grade:Student C Work type: Student Employee Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Anchorage School/Business unit:UAA VC Student Affairs Location: Anchorage Categories: Arts/Museum, Other Position Summary:Are you a graphic designer interested in learning more about working with clients and creating designs for a plethora of different mediums? Our designers work in a fun and exciting environment, and gain skills that reflect a professional design environment. Apply today to become a Graphics and Publicity Services (GPS) Graphic Designer Duties: COLLABORATION: GPS Designers will conceive designs that relate to the theme and tone of events, and work with partners to bring that design to production. GPS Designers will work with student organizations and the Student Life & Leadership office to conceptualize and actualize designs to promote events. Designers will communicate with clients in-person and through e-mail. Essential DESIGN: GPS Designers utilize the Adobe Suite as well as other design software to create posters, LCD screen designs, postcards, T-shirts, brochures, handbills, social media advertising, stickers, and logos. Essential PRODUCTION: GPS Designers are responsible for printing media ranging from posters, pamphlets, and large format materials, utilizing multiple printers in the office. Designers are also responsible for collating, cutting and folding. EssentialThis recruitment is open internally to current UA students or those otherwise eligible to apply to internal postings. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to perform and train others in basic client service.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and delegate to others as needed.
Possess knowledge of/ability to manage with print services (preferred, but not required).
Possess good organizational skills.
Possess strong time management skills.
Possess exceptional attention to detail.
Possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work with only occasional, indirect supervision and to take initiative.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of all information. Required Experience: Possess prior experience in art, graphic design, and/or marketing, or equivalent knowledge obtained from coursework.
Possess prior experience with the Adobe Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere. Typical Education or Training: a. Be enrolled in the University of Alaska system with a minimum of six credit hours in the current semester of employment, or b. Have been enrolled the preceding semester for six or more credit hours and demonstrate plans to enroll for six or more credit hours in the next semester for employment between semesters; and c. Have at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA), be in good academic standing, or have approval from the MAU Senior Student Services officer or his/her designee. d. Students enrolled in non-traditional programs of study will be considered eligible for student employment with the approval of the Senior Student Services officer. e. An applicant must provide evidence of enrollment as outlined above to substantiate employment eligibility. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200. Affirmative Action Statement: UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:At-Will: Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy 04.01.055.B, temporary, extended temporary, adjunct, student, casual labor, regular new hire probationary employees and those positions designated by the president as officers and senior administrators of the university are employed at-will. Background Check: The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Public Disclosure Statement: Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. University of Alaska is a Drug-Free Workplace. University of Alaska campuses are Tobacco-Free. Training Policy: It is the policy of the University of Alaska (UA) that all employees are required to complete training to meet the requirements of the positions they hold, and to complete the required training within a specified period to remain employed at the UA. Contact Information: If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact University of Alaska HR at 907-450-8200. Advertised: 13 Aug 2020 Alaskan Daylight Time Applications close:

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