Student Worker - Creative Specialist (FWS/NFWS)

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

As a Development Creative Specialist in the Advancement Department, you will serve a vital role in visually bringing our stories and impact to life. This position is ideal for a student with strong graphic design skills who is eager to collaborate with Advancement and Marketing teams on various digital projects that support fundraising, donor engagement, and campus storytelling. Your work will enhance donor and prospect meetings, events, websites, and podcasts. You will also play a key role in ensuring visual content is delivered on time and aligned with GCU brand standards.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate GCU’s mission and impact to diverse audiences.
• Strong Canva experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (optional but a plus).
• Experience with MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with web-based project tracking tools (Asana, Google Drive, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design engaging graphics, pitch decks, and visual collateral for donor meetings and development campaigns using Canva and other creative tools.
• Collaborate with GCE Marketing to ensure alignment on branding, style, and project timelines.
• Assist in website layout/design and provide creative input on improving user experience for external audiences.
• Support editing and creative direction for podcasts, digital content, and videos.
• Manage project timelines, provide regular progress updates, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain an organized library of design assets and completed project files.
• Assist the Advancement team with other creative needs as assigned.

Benefits

• Minimum Wage pay rate.
• Opportunity to work in a Christ-centered higher education institution.
• Diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree