Junior Designer Supervisor PTS

Associated Students Inc•Pomona, CA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Associated Students, Inc. employs student-focused professionals with equity-mindsets. Established in 1963, ASI is a non-profit corporation guided by a student board and managed by full-time professional staff. ASI is considered a part of the Cal Poly Pomona Division of Student Affairs with a dashed reporting line to Administrative Affairs. ASI serves the entire campus population, including over 27,000 students, by providing opportunities for student engagement, student employment, and a multitude of programs and services such as recreation and wellness, student union and activities, student government, and childcare. ASI operational support areas include human resources, financial services, information technology, facilities management, and marketing. ASI is engaged in the work of being a learning organization. Currently, the guiding ideas of the organization are “under construction” as the team re-imagines its vision, mission, and core values. ASI is looking for dynamic team members who value team learning, co-creation, and adaptability to best serve the needs of our students. Founded in 1995, the award-winning Marketing & Strategic Communications team maintains its creativity and dynamic marketing strategies through an experienced, talented team of students and professional staff in combination with the use of today’s most cutting-edge technology. Its goal is to connect their clients to their respective audiences with a fresh and innovative solution. Marketing & Strategic Communications not only serves all ASI’s internal marketing needs, but it also provides the campus and local community the opportunity to utilize their experience-driven, competitively priced, design and marketing communications services as well. Some of the services the team provides are digital bulletin boards advertisements, social media marketing, and design of logos, brochures, and posters. POSITION DEFINITION Under general supervision from the Design Coordinator, the Junior Designer Supervisor performs routine and non-routine tasks in support of Associated Students, Incorporated’s (ASI’s) dynamic marketing team. The Junior Designer Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of the Junior Designer needs within the ASI Marketing, Design, and Public Relations (MDPR) department. They ensure design standards are maintained, assign design projects, manage schedules and timecards, assist with the creation of graphic design, and all other tasks that ensure efficient and timely delivery of marketing assets. Along with their creative responsibilities, the Junior Designer Supervisor will take part in professional development through assigned tasks, video tutorials, and other methods of learning. This position is designed for the Visual Communication Design major. Preference will be given to students enrolled in VCD 1311A, 1321A, 1341A, 1312A, 1331A, and/or 1351A.

Requirements

Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet and other computer applications in use
Ability to successfully complete tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain professional work conduct
Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations
Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively and work productively without close supervision
Ability to lead and mentor others
Sharp attention to detail
Ability to manage time in a demanding, deadline-driven environment
Demonstrated ability to provide friendly and pleasant customer-oriented service
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community
Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)

Nice To Haves

Six months of supervisory experience preferred
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus
Experience in the creation of graphic design (either client or academic based) a plus
Preferred to have completed or to be enrolled in the following classes:
VCD 1311A Foundations in Drawing 1
VCD 1321A Foundations in 2D Design
VCD 1341A Foundations in 4D Design
VCD 1312A Foundations in Drawing 2
VCD 1331A - Foundations in 3D Design
VCD 1351A - Foundations in 5D Design
Skilled in traditional illustration media, 3D, and/or photography a plus
Ability to work in a cross-platform environment (MAC and PC)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word
Self-motivated with strong organizational and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

Adapts and prepares designs for print, social media, and digital applications
Assist in photography selection and manipulation, including masking, resizing, recoloring, etc.
Assist with developing original marketing assets
Assist with design updates and edits
Prepare mockups for merchandise and production needs
Prepares artwork for proofing and production
Maintains and encourages proper application of ASI’s visual brand identity
Work with Production team to resolve production artwork issues
Provide creative insight for projects related to print, experiential, environmental, social media, and digital media
Prepares artwork for presentations and pitches
Performs other duties as assigned
Assists in interviewing, onboarding, and training new staff
Maintain organizational file structure for all design related files
Communicate with requestors, clients, and senior designers to complete projects
Participate in and occasionally lead team meetings
Manages the Junior Designers’ schedules
Provides customer service to clients in need of graphic design
Prepares Junior Design Team weekly meeting agendas and documents meetings
Take part in regular professional development trainings
Assist in the development of training and learning modules
Responsible for managing and assigning projects to the Junior Designers
Responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the Junior Designers
Responsible for reviewing and approving timecards
Assists Design Coordinator with various projects
Work closely with Senior Designers and Junior Designers to complete assignments
Provides administrative support
Assist in providing performance reviews for the Junior Designers
Assist in providing consultation with clients and offering creative design solutions
Collaborates directly with the Production, Operations, and Brand Ambassador teams on producing print and other assets for all in-house creative requests