Graphic Designer

Purpose within the Organization:

The Student Engagement Graphic Designer will be responsible for the creation of Student Engagement marketing materials.

Responsibilities Related to Purpose:

Designers responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Creating marketing materials using programs within the Adobe Suite.
• Meeting with clients in person or remotely to discuss projects.
• Weekly meetings with staff to discuss projects in progress.
• Prepare final digital, print files, as well as deliver completed projects to clients as needed.
• Maintain an orderly archive of projects and strict schedule for completed tasks as requested by clients.
• Adhere to Grand Canyon Universities branding and style guides.
• Serve as a department ambassador and promote the departments at events and activities.
• Assist with social media or experiential marketing efforts.
• Meet regularly with Marketing/Media Coordinator to receive feedback/changes, review upcoming events, assignments and communication strategies.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

• Computer
• iPad/Wacom Tablet
• MS Office
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Procreate

Qualifications:

• Proficient in editing software programs including: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Able to take and receive direction from Student Engagement staff for vision in creating design.
• Able to work well with others in achieving the common goal of highlighting and marketing Student Engagement events.
• Must be familiar with print and digital formats (native files, JPG, TIFF, PNG, EPS, PDF, etc).
• Organized, punctual, creative, and have keen attention to detail.
• Interest in marketing, student affairs, retail, and/or social media.
• Provide a portfolio upon request.
• Must have own computer to do projects on.
• Ability to work 10-20 hours per week.

Education:

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy.
Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: 6 hours a day

• Standing: 1 hour a day

• Walking: 1 hour a day

• Lifting: Occasionally

• Carrying: Occasionally

• Pushing: Occasionally

• Bending: Occasionally

• Squatting: Occasionally

• Kneeling: Occasionally

• Climbing: Rarely

• Reaching: Occasionally

• Grasping: Frequently

• Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Frequently

• Driving: Rarely

• Work Environment: Office building on site. Work performed is primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, and noise.

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Number of Openings: 3
Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2025
Manager: Student Engagement - Project Coordinator