Graphic Designer for The Standard

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Missouri State University is hiring a Graphic Designer for The Standard. The designer will create print and digital advertisements using Adobe Creative Cloud to meet client specifications and produce marketing materials for The Standard.

The role collaborates with editors on editorial graphics and special covers, and requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Availability at the fall 2026 semester is expected, with hours varying by project needs.

Qualifications

• Experience creating print and digital advertisements.
• Ability to collaborate with editors on graphics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create print and digital ads for clients based on specifications.
• Develop marketing materials for The Standard.
• Assist editors with editorial graphics and special section covers.

Skills

Graphic design

Client communication

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Missouri State University is hiring a Graphic Designer for The Standard. The graphic designer will create print and digital advertisements using Adobe Creative Cloud to meet client specifications, produce marketing materials for The Standard, and collaborate with editors on editorial graphics and special covers.

Highlights

• Create print and digital ads for The Standard's advertising clients based on client specifications.
• Develop house ads and marketing materials for The Standard's internal use.
• Assist editors with editorial graphics, illustrations, and special section covers.
• Use Adobe Creative Cloud applications extensively.
• Communicate directly with clients when necessary via email, phone, or videoconference.
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal communication skills required.
• Hourly pay rate is $15.00.
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship available.
• Position is within the Department of Communication, Media, Journalism & Film.
• Work hours vary based on need; availability at the beginning of fall 2026 semester is required.