Student - Recreation & Wellness Graphic Designer

Position Announcement

The Graphic Designer for Recreation & Wellness creates design solutions for a wide range of complex visual communication assignments, including a wide variety of graphic applications requiring innovative and creative capabilities. Works from general design guidelines and principles utilizing extensive creative skill and judgment regarding composition, media selection, presentation impact and style definitions to communicate projects. Performs duties involving the creation and design of original graphics using Adobe Creative Suite.

Summary Of Responsibilities

Project Creation:Creates simple design projects from concept to completion, with the support of department leadership. Develops and communicates the creative vision for projects. Attends client meetings to understand their design needs and objectives. Ensures consistency and adherence to brand identity across various design projects. Assists in the creation of basic design layouts for print and digital media under supervision. Creates basic digital graphics and images for websites and social media under supervision. Assists in the production of printed materials, such as brochures and posters. Project Development:Reviews work with senior designers and incorporates senior designer and client feedback. Works closely with copywriters, photographers, and other creative professionals. Project Management:Manages several simple projects simultaneously with close supervision, ensuring deadlines are met. Limited client interaction; primarily internal communication and taking instructions from supervisors. Monitors project progress and addresses issues or concerns that arise with senior designers. Participates in training sessions to enhance skills in design software, techniques, and institutional branding. Adheres to established brand guidelines. Limited role in brand evolution. Explore emerging technologies and trends to keep designs fresh and relevant. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Must be a current UVU student, in Graphic Design or a related field (e.g., Digital Media, Marketing, Art).Basic experience creating graphic design projects (coursework, personal projects, or prior work experience).Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or similar programs.Please supply a link, a PDF, or a hard copy of your graphic design portfolio.Understanding of basic design principles (layout, typography, color, branding).Ability to follow brand guidelines and take direction on projects.Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Knowledge

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strong knowledge of best design practices and concepts. Proficient in basic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.); requires guidance for advanced tools. Proficient knowledge of color theory, color relationships, and typography. Working knowledge of digital design principles. Working knowledge of web development.

Skills: 0-2 years of professional experience.

Skills in computers and computer applications, including Adobe Creative Suite. Skills in basic design principles; focuses on learning and developing creative skills Skills in verbal and written communications.

Abilities

Demonstrated ability to create brand-unified, high-quality products. Ability to accept feedback. Ability to meet and enforce deadlines. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.