Summer Student Publicist

Chatham University • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Remote

About The Position

Marketing & Communications is seeking a creative individual for a Summer Student Publicist role, focusing on graphic design and promoting campus events. The position involves designing various promotional materials such as flyers, banners, lawn signs, table tents, and Instagram graphics, and working directly with clients across campus. Applicants should be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign and Illustrator. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to handle constructive criticism, and meeting deadlines. Work is remote, and a computer is required; an Adobe license will be provided if the applicant does not have one. The position is for up to 270 hours between June 1 and August 24, averaging about 22 hours per week, with exact hours varying based on assigned jobs. Chatham University emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equity, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Proficient within Adobe Creative Suite, most specifically InDesign and Illustrator
• Attention to detail is imperative, both in your design work and in following written instructions
• Must be able to handle constructive criticism
• Must be able to meet deadlines
• Must have access to a computer
• All applicants will be asked to show examples of their graphic design work during the interview

Nice To Haves

• Students in graphic design or other creative majors are preferred
• Interested in learning more about the technical side of design
• Strong portfolio (even if major is outside the arts)

Responsibilities

• Designing flyers, banners, lawn signs, table tents, Instagram graphics, etc.
• Promoting campus events
• Working directly with clients across campus
• Meeting deadlines

Benefits

• Adobe license will be provided if you do not have one

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees