Junior Designer PTS

Associated Students Inc•Pomona, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) is a non-profit corporation established in 1963, guided by a student board and managed by professional staff. ASI is part of the Cal Poly Pomona Division of Student Affairs and serves over 27,000 students by providing engagement opportunities, employment, and various programs and services including recreation, wellness, student union activities, student government, and childcare. ASI also has operational support areas in human resources, finance, IT, facilities, and marketing. ASI is committed to being a learning organization and is currently re-imagining its vision, mission, and core values, seeking dynamic team members who value learning, co-creation, and adaptability. The award-winning Marketing & Strategic Communications team, founded in 1995, uses a combination of student and professional staff talent and cutting-edge technology to maintain creative and dynamic marketing strategies. Their goal is to connect clients with their audiences through fresh and innovative solutions. This team handles ASI's internal marketing needs and also offers its experienced, competitively priced design and marketing communications services to the campus and local community. Services include digital bulletin board advertisements, social media marketing, and the design of logos, brochures, and posters.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to receive feedback
Readiness to grow personally and professionally
Ability to work in a cross-platform environment (MAC and PC)
Self-motivated with strong organizational and critical thinking skills
Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet and other computer applications in use
Excellent problem-solving, organizing, and communication skills
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 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
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to sit in front of a computer for long periods of time
Sharp attention to detail
Creative thinking and innovative approach
Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)
Must be a Cal Poly Pomona student eligible to work in the US
Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 6.0 units (undergraduate) or 4.0 units (graduate)
Must have a minimum overall and Cal Poly Pomona GPA of 2.0 and be in good academic standing

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to students enrolled in VCD 1311A, 1321A, 1341A, 1312A, 1331A, and/or 1351A.
Preferred 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.

Responsibilities

Adapts and prepares designs for print, social media, and digital applications
Assists in photography selection and manipulation, including masking, resizing, recoloring, etc.
Assists with developing original marketing assets
Assists with design updates and edits
Prepares mockups for merchandise and production needs
Prepares artwork for proofing and production
Maintains and encourages proper application of ASI’s visual brand identity
Works with the Production team to resolve production artwork issues
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains organizational file structure for all design related files
Communicates with requestors, clients, and Junior Designer Supervisor to complete projects
Participates in team meetings
Takes part in regular professional development trainings and opportunities
Provides creative insight for projects related to print, experiential, environmental, social media, and digital media
Works closely with the Junior Designer Supervisor, Senior Designers, and Production team to complete assignments
Collaborates with the Senior Design team, as needed, to develop and create graphics to support ASI’s brand and visual identity