Graphic Design Student Assistant

Classification Title:

STU AST- NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements:

This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through Other Personnel Services (OPS) or Federal Work-Study (FWS) and must maintain a 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.

Job Description:

**All Reitz Union student employees must:**

* Be a current UF degree seeking student registered at a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester
* Respond to and assist with emergency situations and building evacuations per department procedures or as instructed by building management staff
* Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a high level of professionalism
* Demonstrate a desire and willingness to learn in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
* Establish an exemplary work ethic by being proactive, self-motivated, and dependable
* Participate in all scheduled meetings, trainings, and evaluations
* Act as an ambassador for all areas within the Reitz Union, as well as the University of Florida, providing accurate information and campus resources

**Position Description:**

* **Graphic Design:** Conceptualize and produce high-quality graphics for events, social media, websites, digital displays, print materials, and special projects such as promotional items, apparel, and other building needs
* **Social Media Support:** Collaborate with and support full-time staff and part-time student social media content creators to develop visually engaging content aligned with current trends and UF brand standards.
* **Brand Consistency:** Proof all designs for spelling, grammar, and visual consistency to uphold the UF brand standards
* **Print Production:** Prepare and format artwork files for professional print production
* **Asset Management:** Organize and maintain the Reitz Union's library of design assets, working files, and media files
* **Collaboration:** Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Specialist and internal clients to plan, develop, and execute design projects from concept to completion
* **Independence:** Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver polished work on time with minimal supervision
* **Additional Duties:** Perform other duties as needed

**Technical Skills:**

* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as other industry-standard design tools
* Experience using Apple Mac computers

**Availability:**

* Must be able to work at least 10–20 hours per week
* Availability during weekdays, evenings, and weekends as needed

Expected Salary:

$14.00/hr

Required Qualifications:

This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through Other Personnel Services (OPS) or Federal Work-Study (FWS) and must maintain a 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.

Preferred:

* Experience with photography, videography, or video editing
* Knowledge of social media platforms, particularly Instagram and Facebook, and familiarity with current trends
* Background or coursework in marketing or copywriting

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your resume, a portfolio showcasing graphic design work across a range of project types, as well as current involvement, organizations, or other current campus employment.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:
No