Job Description

Real marketing challenges demand real marketing solutions. That's where you come in. A job with Student Life Marketing provides students the opportunity to work in an agency-like atmosphere where creative problem-solving and collaboration with colleagues lead to the development of effective strategies to build awareness, engagement, and action from target audiences. All Student Life Marketing staff will contribute to the creation, implementation, and assessment of various marketing and communications initiatives to promote the Office of Student Life and its 30 plus departments. Job Summary The Graphic Designer plays a key role in creating a wide variety of digital and print designs for campaigns, signage, social media, brochures, posters, and more. This role involves researching, concept creation, collaboration, and finalizing designs to the highest standards. The Graphic Designer works closely with the Student Life Marketing team and professional staff/clients from departments across the Office of Student Life. Department-Specific Responsibilities Collaborate with full-time staff, student copywriters, and other team members to develop creative solutions for campaigns. Design digital and print materials using Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) while adhering to design principles and targeting the appropriate audience. Follow the project management process and Creative Brief to guide the design and production process. Conduct research on background information, past designs, and inspiration to inform design decisions. Communicate internally regarding critiques, updates, and project statuses. Communicate with clients to ensure project completion and provide digital files for production. Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University. Preferred Pursuit of a degree in Graphic Design or a related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) for design and layout. Experience in creating designs for campaigns and advertisements. Experience working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

SKILLS

Required Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and layout. Exceptional attention to detail. Professionalism, dependability, and respect for others. Strong decision-making skills and ability to work independently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. Creative mindset with a strong sense of curiosity. Self-motivated with a passion for learning and continuous improvement. Open to constructive feedback to enhance skills. Willingness to stay up to date on current trends, techniques, and technologies in video production. Preferred Understanding of effective marketing tactics and audience engagement strategies. Proficient photography skills. Comfortable with talking to others and presenting ideas confidently. 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. Requires flexibility for evening and weekend events while maintaining some office hours. Work Location IU Bloomington Bloomington, Indiana Advertised Salary $15.00 per hour Work Hours 08/18/2025 - 05/08/2026 Approximately 10 - 15 hours per week. Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure . Job Classification Career Level: Part Time Employee FLSA: Nonexempt Job Function: Part Time Employee Job Family: Part Time Student Employee Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. 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. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information . Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online . You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD. Contact Us Request Support Telephone: 812-856-1234 Apply for Job Staff Positions Sign In New User Enable Screen Reader Mode Indiana University

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