Graphic Design STUDENT ASSISTANT AY 26-27

California State University, Fullerton • Fullerton, CA

10d • $17 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Life & Leadership (SLL) Graphic Design Assistant AY 26-27 will support staff with a variety of graphic design projects. This role involves creating and maintaining materials such as posters, flyers, brochures, handbills, social media graphics, and digital signage. The assistant will also help create graphics for the social media platforms of Student Life & Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life (FSL). A key part of the role is using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) and Canva to produce visually appealing content while ensuring consistency with CSUF's brand guidelines and visual identity standards. The position also includes creating data visualizations to showcase the impact of student involvement and providing print and/or digital media support through one-on-one collaboration with staff members. The assistant will refer inquiries to the appropriate personnel and perform other duties as assigned by professional or graduate assistant staff.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must be an enrolled student at CSU Fullerton at the time of application and throughout employment time period.
• Must meet the CSU Minimum Qualifications for Student Office Holders.
• Must have strong customer service experience.
• Time-management skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle projects independently, prioritize tasks appropriately through completion.
• Excellent planning, problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate and resolve any issues or challenges.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Adobe Suite.
• Competent in digital art: layout, typography, color theory, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in a federal work-study program.
• Demonstrates proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Demonstrates experience using Canva to create digital and print marketing materials.
• Demonstrates strong visual design skills and a keen eye for layout, color, and typography.
• Basic experience using social media platforms for professional or organizational purposes.
• Familiarity with camera systems (e.g., DSLR, mirrorless) and their functionality for both photography and videography.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to take creative direction and feedback.
• Creative mindset with the ability to generate new ideas and approaches to graphic design and/or print and digital media production.
• Students with a Federal Work Study award

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a variety of graphic design projects, such as posters/flyers, brochures, handbills, social media graphics, digital signage, and other promotional materials.
• Assist with creating graphics for Student Life & Leadership’s and Fraternity & Sorority Life's (FSL) social media platforms.
• Use Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) and Canva to create visually appealing content.
• Maintain consistency with brand guidelines and visual identity standards of CSUF.
• Create data visualizations to reflect the impact of student involvement.
• Work 1-on-1 with other staff members to provide print and/or digital media support.
• Refer questions and concerns to the proper staff member or department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Professional or Graduate Assistant staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed