Hourly Pooled - Graphic Designer, Student Media

University of Wyoming; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The University of Wyoming is looking for a Graphic Designer for Student Media to create and design graphics for various promotional needs. This role requires a current student who will work on-campus to support marketing campaigns and client graphics projects.

Candidates should be knowledgeable in design software like InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and possess strong creativity and communication skills.

This position provides the opportunity to enhance graphic design skills while contributing vital support to campus customers.

Qualifications

• Current UW Student.
• Proficiency in Mac and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Designs and creates graphics for promotional needs.
• Collaborates with clients for layout design.
• Develops graphics for product illustrations and websites.

Skills

Knowledge of computers and their operating systems: Mac and Windows

Knowledge of design software: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop

Creativity and innovation

Good communication skills

Good Time management and organizational skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Understanding of the latest marketing and graphic design trends

Education

Current UW Student

Job description

Job Title

Graphic Designer, Student Media

Job Purpose

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as layouts, displays, or logos.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.
2. Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
3. Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design and concept.
4. Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Internet websites.
5. Review final layouts and designs as well as suggest improvements as needed.
6. Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.
7. Use computer software to generate new images.
8. Mock up, paste, and assemble final layouts and designs to prepare for printer.
9. Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
10. Research new software or design concepts.
11. Assist in the development of marketing campaigns for a variety of clients as well as in house marketing plans.

Minimum Qualifications

1. UW Student

Desired Qualifications

1. Knowledge of computers and their operating systems: Mac and Windows
2. Knowledge of design software: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
3. Creativity and innovation
4. Good communication skills
5. Good Time management and organizational skills
6. Accuracy and attention to detail
7. An understanding of the latest marketing and graphic design trends

Required Application Materials

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.

Work Location

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

Hiring Statement / EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [e-mail].