AMC Publications and Graphics Assistant Manager

Amsmediacentre; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative and organized Publications and Graphics Assistant Manager. This role involves overseeing the design and layout of essential publications, including the AMS Agenda and Tricolour Yearbook, while managing a team of graphic designers. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, the ability to motivate a team, and a passion for graphic design. With a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to a vibrant student community and enhance your professional portfolio.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong project management and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and producing the AMS Agenda and Tricolour Yearbook.
• Creating templates for Media Centre deliverables and overseeing graphics staff.

Skills

Team supervision

Delegation

Analytical thinking

Time management

Project management

Communication skills

Tools

Graphic design software

Desktop computer

Job description

AMC Publications and Graphics Assistant Manager

Alma Mater Society, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, March 31, 2025 at 4:00 AM

The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University.

The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution.

In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students.

AMS Media Centre Publications and Graphics Assistant Manager

Job Summary

The AMS Media Centre Publications and Graphics Assistant Manager, under the direction of the AMS Media Centre Head Manager, will be responsible for the organization, design, and layout of the AMS Agenda, the Tricolour Yearbook, and all graphic design needs of the Media Centre. This includes creating templates for various marketing materials, updating the website, and overseeing the work of Graphics staff. The contracted hours for this role, under the discretion of the AMS Media Centre Head Manager, may be subject to increase to account for busy periods such as Convocation in Summer, staff training in Fall, and transition and training in Spring.

Job Duties

• 30 hours/week May-mid September, 25 hours/week mid-September - April
• Designing, organizing, producing, and distributing the AMS Agenda and Tricolour Yearbook, working with the contracted supplier to design, produce, and distribute the AMS Agenda and Tricolour Yearbook
• Collaborate with the Purchasing and Production Assistant Manager to design and produce CoursePacks.
• Creating and updating templates for Media Centre deliverables such as product renders, posters, holiday cards, and components for the website.
• Creating graphics for clients, and facilitating the delegation of graphic projects amongst supervisors and staff as needed

Job Requirements

• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals
• Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
• Ability to identify measures of performance and actions needed to improve or correct performance
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations
• Open availability and flexibility to work nights, weekends, and store openings and closing to meet the needs of the business
• Highly effective project management, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills to meet deadlines
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with key business partners and other external stakeholders

Work Conditions

• High levels of stress and pressure
• Interaction with employees, management, and the public at large
• Operation of desktop computer and peripheral
• Working in an office environment and on location

The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.