GA Non Teaching: MARCOMM- Graphic Design Assistant

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University Department Marketing Communications is seeking a Graphic Design Graduate Assistant Non-Teaching. You will assist with design projects, create Canva templates, and help maintain branding guidelines for university marketing efforts.

The role requires enrollment in a BFA or MFA, proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite, and a portfolio. 15.00/hour for 20 hours/week, on-site in Commerce, Texas.

Qualifications

• Portfolio required. Please submit a link to your online portfolio or a PDF with 5-10 samples.
• Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Strong typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Creates graphic design solutions for university marketing, branding and identity purposes.
• Designs Canva templates for campus partners and supports branding approval requests.
• Maintains and promotes the university's brand through professional designs.
• Ensures proper use of the university name, logos, and images for stakeholders.
• Stays current on trends and collaborates with team members on projects.

Education

BFA or MFA in Visual Communication or related

Tools

Canva

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Job Title

GA Non Teaching: MARCOMM- Graphic Design Assistant

Agency

East Texas A&M University Department Marketing Communications

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Graduate Assistant

Job Description

Graphic Design Graduate Assistant Non-Teaching preferred qualification: building templates, brand kits and user support projects in Canva. Graphic Design Graduate Assistant Non-Teaching, under direction, assists with the conceptualization, planning, design, and delivery of a wide range of design projects that support and advance efforts to fulfill the mission of the Office of Marketing and Communications and the university. Projects include designing artwork for multimedia and digital marketing. The Graphic Design Graduate Assistant Non-Teaching, provides technical skills, performs complex graphic design, and assists with the timely delivery of professional-level work that meets university standards and adheres to the official branding guidelines.

SALARY: $15.00 hour X 20 hours a week.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Creates graphic design solutions for university marketing, branding and identity purposes
• Works closely and collaboratively with the Manager of Creative Design, Graphic Designer and campus partners on multi-channel marketing and media projects, including: Designing Canva templates for campus partners
• Processing brand approval requests from campus partners
• Protects and promotes the university’s brand through professional-level graphic designs
• Helps ensure the proper use of the university's name, logos, and images for both internal stakeholders and external vendors before production or publication
• Works with team members to implement design modifications
• Researches and implements design and development best practices
• Helps maintain archived materials and documents
• Stays current on trends and technology in the graphic design and marketing fields
• Utilizes Teamwork, a cloud-based project management system, to track project statuses and communications
• Cultivates positive working relationships with coworkers and campus partners and maintains customer satisfaction
• This job description shall include, but is not limited to, the above duties
• The position may require temporarily performing other duties as assigned to maintain operations and services

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in a BFA or MFA program in Visual Communication or related discipline at East Texas A&M
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• Strong foundational knowledge of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure and adjust to changing priorities and deadlines
• Detail oriented
• Ability to: Multitask and work cooperatively and professionally with others in a fast-paced environment to ensure the timely completion of projects
• Work within a project management system and meet deadlines
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: Portfolio required. Please submit a link to your online portfolio or a PDF with 5-10 samples.

Preferred Education / Skills / Experience

• MFA candidate or upper-level BFA student
• Experience working within established brand guidelines
• Familiarity with accessibility standards in design (WCAG)
• Knowledge of print production, prepress and file preparation
• Prior internship or client-based design experience
• Experience working in the Teamwork project management system or a similar system
• Ability to design user support materials in Canva, including templates and brand identity kits

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives.

That transformation can begin right here with student employment. Whether you are an undergraduate student worker, a work-study student, or a graduate assistant, on-campus employment offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and earn income while pursuing your education. As a proud Lion, your success is our mission.

Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands-on experience in a professional setting.

May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session

May work full-time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall

Must not work during scheduled class times

Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status

Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall

Work-study positions are need-based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to gain money to help pay for educational expenses.

Must be awarded federal or state work-study through Financial Aid

May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester

May work full-time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall

Must not work during scheduled class times

Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines

Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education.

To qualify, students must:

• Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non-degree)
• Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship
• Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles
• Non-native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency
• Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training
• Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment
• May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support