Student Designer, Marketing + Brand Communications

Kansas University Endowment Association•Lawrence, KS

17h•Onsite

About The Position

KU Endowment is an independent, nonprofit organization and the official fundraising foundation for the University of Kansas. We partner with donors in providing philanthropic support to build a greater KU. As an employee of KU Endowment, you’ll witness firsthand the power of our donors’ generosity. You will join a talented and fun group of people who are inspired to help KU through the support of loyal alumni and friends. This support fuels excellence, enabling students and faculty to develop innovative programs and research that distinguish the university. We connect the philanthropic passions of donors with the needs of students, faculty and programs – and everyone benefits. People are engaged. Purpose is ignited. Lives are changed. A part-time position responsible for helping the Marketing + Brand Communications department with multiple functions including print and digital design; video editing; and marketing for special events such as One Day One KU. The ideal candidate for this position understands the power of visual storytelling and the role it plays in connecting the University of Kansas with its supporters. This is a temporary position and is open only to undergraduate students currently enrolled at the University of Kansas. The individual in this position will work 10-15 hours per week, scheduled between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, in person at KU Endowment’s Lawrence office. Employment is evaluated at the end of each 16-week semester and could be extended by mutual agreement. Summer employment may also be considered. The individual in this position is expected to embrace KU Endowment’s stated core values – collaboration, curiosity, empowerment, and excellence – and demonstrate support for them through professional interactions and activities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a junior or senior student at KU who has completed upper-level coursework in KU’s Department of Design.
Must be able to meet deadlines.
Design samples and/or social media content samples (personal or for an organization) will be reviewed prior to hiring (classwork is acceptable).
Please be prepared to share those during the application/interview process.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in the Mac environment.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and tools in the Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, Teams, PPT).
Ability to work individually with minimal supervision and also in a team environment.
Scriptwriting, videography, photography and video editing a plus.
Ability to establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships inside and outside KU Endowment.
Ability to adapt to new procedures and technology.
Strong attention to detail, time management and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion.

Responsibilities

Participates in brainstorming meetings and helps define unique approaches by using problem solving skills, creative visualization, design concepting and artistic production skills.
Presents and articulates design concepts, strategies, and final designs clearly and effectively.
Designs proposals, reports, invitations, marketing materials, newsletters, social media, and other communication materials, both print and electronic media.
Assist videographer in editing or creating videos for social media that inspire donors and show the importance of private philanthropy at KU.
Conduct research on best practices in various areas, including digital design, content creation, video production, and more.
Share knowledge acquired with other staff members.
Regular and reliable attendance is essential for this position.
Perform other work as assigned.