Graphic Design Coordinator

UWSTP University of Wisconsin Stevens Point; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship credits possible

Job summary

The University Dining department at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is hiring a Graphic Design Coordinator (Student) to design art and layouts for multichannel marketing, and to support the Marketing Team.

This hourly position requires part-time student status, 15-20 hours/week, with experience in Adobe Creative Suite, typography, and design principles. Training and background checks apply; internship credits may be available.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge and ability to utilize Mac and PC based design software, including, but not limited to the full Adobe Creative Suite.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment as well as individually, and must work efficiently under firm deadlines.
• Must interpret art direction, guidelines and freely accept feedback and criticism.
• Must have excellent creativity and attention to detail, be highly organized and process driven.

Responsibilities

• Meets with University Dining unit representatives to plan, conceptualize and coordinate various marketing plan strategies and tactics.
• Plans and develops design concepts based on marketing plans and individual project details.
• Illustrates concepts by designing draft layouts of art and copy including arrangement, overall style and aesthetics, font size and type.
• Maintains consistency and adheres to university branding guidelines as outlined by University Communications and Marketing, the University Dining Marketing Specialist & Student Marketing Team Manager.
• Obtains approval of draft designs from marketing team supervisors and the University Dining unit representative.
• Edits, revises and translates drafts into a final design and creates all multichannel deliverables as determined by marketing plans and project details.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Design theory

Typography

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Creativity

Attention to detail

Mac/PC proficiency

Communication

Education

Art 211–Design Production 1

Art 206/207–Typography

Art/Design coursework

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students

Position Title: Graphic Design Coordinator

Job Category: Student

Hourly

Job Profile: Student Help

Job Summary: Accepting work-study and regular pay applicants. Upon completion of your Workday application, we need you to apply for the University Dining position also on our student employment application form. Please use the following link. Save this link into a new browser for easy access after applying on Workday. http://bit.ly/university-dining-employment-application

Accountability Reports to the University Dining Marketing Specialist and the Student Manager – Marketing Team.

Supports all units of University Dining.

Responsibilities

The Graphic Design Coordinator (Graphic Designer) is responsible for designing art and layouts for all multichannel marketing initiatives. In addition, the position helps the unit manager develop overall marketing plans and design concepts for various events, educational and informational campaigns, and promotions. Each project plan and details will determine the print, electronic, and additional deliverables needed for each specific effort.

Specific Duties

• Meets with University Dining unit representatives to plan, conceptualize and coordinate various marketing plan strategies and tactics.
• Plans and develops design concepts based on marketing plans and individual project details.
• Illustrates concepts by designing draft layouts of art and copy including arrangement, overall style and aesthetics, font size and type.
• Maintains consistency and adheres to university branding guidelines as outlined by University Communications and Marketing, the University Dining Marketing Specialist & Student Marketing Team Manager.
• Obtains approval of draft designs from marketing team supervisors and the University Dining unit representative.
• Edits, revises and translates drafts into a final design and creates all multichannel deliverables as determined by marketing plans and project details.
• Prepares all finished material and submits to Print and Design or an off-campus vendor for completion.
• Notifies unit Representatives of completion.
• Archives work and maintains marketing analytics.

Administrative and Marketing Team Duties

• Attends weekly 1:1 meeting, marketing team meetings, and mandatory student employee trainings as necessary.
• Creates and maintains consistent work schedule by the first week of each semester.
• Completes and submits all personnel information as required by deadline, including timecards and any changes to schedule.
• Learns and utilizes project management software to ensure project deadlines are tracked and met.
• Maintains a professional, shared workspace. Participates in all marketing team initiatives, events and activities as requested.

Qualifications

• Requires a functional understanding of design theory and principles; preference will be given to graphic design majors who have completed Art 211–Design Production 1 and Art 206/207–Typography; however, anyone with a passion for graphic design possessing basic technical skills is encouraged to apply.
• Requires knowledge and ability to utilize Mac and PC based design software, including, but not limited to the full Adobe Creative Suite
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment as well as individually, and must work efficiently under firm deadlines
• Must interpret art direction, guidelines and freely accept feedback and criticism
• Must have excellent creativity and attention to detail, be highly organized and process driven
• Must be able to work a minimum of 15-20 hours per week during the academic year. Summer and winterim hours are also available with this position but not guaranteed.
• All applicants must be at least a part-time student (enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate or 5 graduate credits) and be in good academic standing (cumulative and semester GPAs of 2.0 or higher).
• Applicants must pass a criminal background check (only criminal activity directly pertaining to the position description will be evaluated.)
• Successful applicants must pass all UWSP mandatory trainings along with department specific trainings as part of their employment onboarding.
• Upon the completion of the eight-week probationary period, the staff supervisor will conduct a performance evaluation with results impacting the students’ future employment status.

Learning Outcomes

• Job Knowledge
• Personal Development
• Responsibility/Task Completion
• Customer Service
• Community Engagement
• Inclusivity at Work
• Work Practices
• Judgement/Problem Solving
• Success Attributes

Base Wage $13.50/hour

NOTE: This position may qualify for internship or experiential learning credit.

University Dining invites all students regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental ability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, public assistance status, or veteran status to apply for any position within University Dining.

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.

We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affidavit at 715-346-2606 or [e-mail].