Part-Time Student Graphic Designer - Union Board
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

INDIANA MEMORIAL UNION (BA-IMAU-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.

Union Board is the governing body of the Indiana Memorial Union and the largest student programming organization on campus. Driven by students, Union Board plans a range of fun, entertaining, and educational events for students to come together, explore multiple world views, discuss current events, and learn from one another.

Union Board Marketing provides students the opportunity to work in a fun and collaborative atmosphere where creative problem-solving leads to the development of effective strategies to build awareness, engagement, and action from IU students and more. All Union Board Marketing staff will contribute to the creation, implementation, and assessment of various marketing and communications initiatives.

Job Summary

Graphic Designers creates a variety of digital and print designs for campaigns, signage, social media, posters, and more. Through their collaboration with all of Union Board Marketing, Graphic Designers will be the ones to bring concepts to life, finalizing files to the highest standards.

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Works closely with Director of Marketing, Marketing Leads, and other Graphic Design team members to collaborate on creative solutions to bring ideas to life.
• Applies creativity and design principles to digital and print designs using Adobe Creative Cloud programs, clearly communicating the purpose of the marketing piece for appropriate audiences.
• Researches ideas background information, previous designs, inspiration from Marketing Leads and Directors, etc.
• Communicates internally in a timely and professional manner, regarding critiques, production updates, and status of projects.
• Participates in various meetings, critiques, and brainstorming sessions as necessary.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University

SKILLS

Required

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (CC): InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Experience creating designs and layout of campaigns and advertisements
• Understanding of effective design principles and typography
• Fine attention to detail
• Professionalism, dependability, and respect for others
• Exceptional decision-making skills and autonomy
• Exceptional written and communication skills
• Performs well in a team-oriented, collaborative atmosphere
• Strong sense of curiosity and creativity
• Motivated individual: strives for ongoing improvement and is passionate about learning
• Ability to receive constructive criticism in order to improve skillset

Preferred

• Pursuit of a degree in Graphic Design or related field
• Knowledge of additional Adobe Creative Cloud programs
• Understanding of effective marketing tactics
• Other artistic talents, i.e. drawing, painting

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

Advertised Salary

$15.00 per hour

Work Hours

Desired Start Date: August 2024

Approximately 10-12 hours per week

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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