Student Assistant - WOLF Radio: Lead Graphic Designer

University of West Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The University of West Georgia is looking for a Student Assistant - WOLF Radio: Lead Graphic Designer to creatively develop branding and marketing materials. This part-time temporary position involves teamwork and leadership, especially in graphic design responsibilities.

Applicants must be enrolled at UWG with a minimum GPA and have experience with Adobe Photoshop. This position provides opportunities for professional development while enhancing the station's brand.

Qualifications

• Must complete courses like COMM 3351-Radio Program Production or any Graphic Design course.
• Must be enrolled at UWG in a minimum of 6 credit hours and have a 2.0 GPA.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance branding and marketing materials.
• Work with Social Media Director and Web Service Director for graphics.
• Train and mentor staff and volunteers.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop CS5

Teamwork

Creative Thinking

Education

Courses in Graphic Design or related fields

Enrolled at UWG with minimum 6 credit hours

Tools

Adobe Audition

Job description

Job Title: Student Assistant - WOLF Radio: Lead Graphic Designer

Location: UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 298591

Job Summary

• Think creatively, critically, and independently to help develop, guide and enhance company branding/strategy
• Demonstrate leadership in overseeing design and printing of all marketing materials (postcards, pamphlets, flyers, presentations, e-listings/e-blasts, videos)
• Utilize current tools and technologies to create graphic elements for the station and its entities
• Demonstrate teamwork by working with Social Media Director to create graphics and content including cover photos, profile pics, event promotions, holiday branding, etc.
• Demonstrate teamwork by working with Web Service Director to create assets for the website.
• Demonstrate teamwork by working with Content Marketing Director and shows to create various assets
• Apply current tools and technologies to assist with station remotes and events
• Develop professional job skills by attending any staff leadership & job skill enhancement training
• Demonstrate professionalism by attending staff meetings and perform functions as deemed appropriate by Operations Manager or Program Director
• Utilize teamwork and leadership to train and mentor staff and volunteers
• Adhere to all Policy and Procedures
• Report any and all violations to GM and OM

Required Qualifications

• All student must have completed one or more of the following courses: In house WIT Training Course, COMM 3351-Radio Program Production, COMM-3352 Fundamentals of Television Production, COMM-3353 Fundamentals of Film & Video Production, or any Graphic Design course.
• Must be able to use Adobe Photoshop CS5 and higher.
• Must be enrolled at UWG in a minimum of 6 credit hours and have a 2.0 GPA
• Must have a valid Driver's License

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Frequently moves Audio/Visual equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus for various classrooms and events needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled with Adobe Audition

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume

Optional Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.