Graphic Design Student Assistant

Graphic Design Student Assistant

Looking for real-world job experience? The Ohio Technology Consortium (OH-TECH) seeks a talented and motivated student to help the communications team in graphic design. The Graphic Design Student Assistant's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Create and edit promotional materials such as fliers, brochures, and postcards (25%)
• Create digital artwork for use on social media and the web (20%)
• Oversee the creation of new employee materials such as business cards and office signs (20%)
• Create event materials such as programs, name badges, and signage (10%)
• Take photos for use on social media, the web and marketing materials (10%)
• Work on special projects as needed (10%)
• Create wayfinding materials (5%)

About the Ohio Technology Consortium

Located on West Campus, the Ohio Technology Consortium (OH-TECH) is the technology and information division of the Ohio Department of Higher Education, functioning as an umbrella organization for Ohio's statewide technology infrastructure organizations: OARnet, the Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC) and OhioLINK (Ohio Library and Information Network). OH-TECH provides high-tech solutions for Ohio's higher education institutions to catalyze innovation in the modern knowledge economy. OH-TECH is a welcoming and supportive work environment.

The OH-TECH communications team supports the outreach, marketing and communications needs of these three units and the organization as a whole. The team includes a creative manager, two content creators and a web developer. The Graphic Design Student Assistant will be expected to interact professionally with members of this team and other individuals throughout the organization.

Education/Experience Required

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop), the ability to deliver on deadline, a demonstrated proficiency with type, and a willingness to learn and grow in your craft.

Education/Experience Desired

Completion of a typography course and knowledge of print production processes. Interest in photography/videography/After Effects a plus. A visual communications student is preferred.

Additional Information:

• Work schedule: Flexible during business hours 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday-Friday
• Position is onsite but could be partially remote at a later date (location is on West Campus – 1224 Kinnear Road). Schedule: In person for only the first 3 months. Some remote available after 3 months.
• Hours per week: 10–20 hour. More possible during breaks.
• Please attach a cover letter, resume and schedule of available work. Applicants may be asked to provide three to five design work samples, including at least one which demonstrates use of typography.

The Hiring Rate for this position is $14 hourly.

Location:

Kinnear Rd, 1224 (0374)

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

20

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.