
Graduate Assistant, Graphic Designer
Kent State University
- Job Title: Graduate Assistant, Graphic Designer
- Location: Virtual / On-site (combination)
- Department: Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (DPAE)
- Reports to: Sr. Associate Director of Creative Services - DPAE Communications
- Employment Type: 9-month graduate student stipend, tuition waiver; 20-hour/week commitment (summer options available)
JOB DUTIES:
- Design, develop and produce printed and digital materials for multi-channel marketing campaigns targeting diverse audiences such as alumni, faculty/staff and donors under the direction of full-time designers and Sr. Associate Vice President.
- Enhance skills in layout, print production, use of Illustration in layout and working with a professional team.
- Prepare graphic materials using desktop publishing and various software.
- Organize and implement procedures that ensure timely completion of projects.
- Support Sr. Associate Director with design projects.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Kent State Master's student in visual communication design or related.
- Previous student work or internship preferred.
- Skill in design for both digital and print.
- Adobe Creative Cloud experience necessary.
- Strong illustration skills, outgoing, self-starter, motivated
Please apply on Handshake, and submit a resume, cover letter and portfolio link, as well as two references.