Job Title
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Graphic Design Student Assistant
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Salary
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Classification Range $16.50 - $24.00 per hour
Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $16.50
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Department
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Vice President's Office of HRDI
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Work Schedule
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Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm (at least 15 hours per week, maximum 20 hours per week); Flexible schedule
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Job Summary
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The Student Assistant will assist the Office of the Vice President within the division of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion by providing graphic design support to the Operations team under the supervision of the Communication and Event Specialist.
Students will assist with creating, planning and posting graphic for social media posts across various platforms including Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for HRDI social media accounts.
Additionally, they will assist with content research and interviews for story profiles. Assist in preparing marketing reports by collecting social media activity and generating insights and reports.
Assist with creating graphics, promotional and communication materials for email, social, web and digital signage using Canva. Assist with development of publications such as newsletters, brochures, posters, fliers, and presentations. All drafts will be reviewed by lead/supervisor.
Helping with department events, set-up, and day-of production as needed. Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Individuals in this position need to be self-motivated and able to manage time effectively across multiple jobs in a fast-paced environment.
The Office of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion is committed to enhancing the overall customer experience. Our team of trained Human Resource professionals is eager to assist faculty, staff, students and applicants with their employment related needs. Through integrated human resource programs we provide valuable information, tools and services in a helpful, friendly and transparent manner. We pride ourselves on being 'cultural architects,' building and shaping the campus culture in alignment with the overarching university goal — to become the premier comprehensive university in the country, nationally recognized for exceptional programs that prepare our diverse student body for academic and professional success. We are driven to be the standard of excellence in terms of Human Resource best practices in recruiting and retaining a qualified, diverse workforce.
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Duties and Responsibilities
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- Social Media – Assist with creating, planning and posting graphics for social media posts across various platforms including Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for HRDI social media accounts. Assist with content research and interviews for story profiles. Assist in preparing marketing reports by collecting and analyzing social media activity and generating insights and analytics reports.
- Graphic designs/publications – Create graphics, promotional and communication materials for email, social, web and digital signage using Canva. Assist with development of publications such as newsletters, brochures, posters, fliers, and presentations.
- Assist with department events, set-up, and day-of production as needed.
- Special projects and other duties as assigned.
- Individuals in this position need to be self-motivated, able to work with minimum supervision, and able to manage time effectively across multiple jobs in a fast-paced environment.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Ability to learn and perform assigned work; follow oral instructions; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students; communicate effectively with all levels; and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.
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Required Qualifications
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- Current student at CSUF and is enrolled/registered (fees paid) in a current regular semester as a new or continuing student.
- Student who has completed the prior semester (has not graduated), or who is registered for the subsequent semester.
- In good academic standing (not on academic probation, continued probation, academic dismissal).
- Student who is authorized to work in the United States and can provide employment eligibility documents.
- Understanding of social media platforms including, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube.
- Strong communication skills, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, including self-management of work schedule – the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of databases along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Basic understanding of web content management systems
- Knowledge of email marketing applications (Mailchimp) and segmentation of audiences, a plus
- Understanding of web content editing, basic HTML, and CSS, a plus
- Photography, videography, and editing skills, a plus
- Progress towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field.
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Background Check
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A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for this position. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
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Out-of-state Employment Policy
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In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.
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