Job Title: Student Graphic Designer
Job Classification: Marketing and Communications, Student
Department: Moody School of Education
Hiring Manager: Ivette Wilhelm
Contact: Ivette_Wilhelm@baylor.edu
Work Schedule: Flexible
Desired Length of Employment: Semester
Pay Rate: $15.00
Key Components:
- In a student employee capacity, may perform or assist with functions around marketing trends, communications outreach, creative design and production (print and digital)
Job Description:
The Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Student Graphic Designer to support the Center’s communications and marketing efforts. This position is ideal for a Baylor student currently studying graphic design or a related field who is interested in gaining hands-on experience creating visual materials for a university research center with a broad community and national reach.
Working closely with the Center’s Media and Communications Manager, the Student Graphic Designer will help develop engaging, accessible and brand-aligned materials that communicate the Center’s research, programs, events and resources to a variety of audiences.
Responsibilities
-Design print and digital materials, including flyers, social media graphics, event materials, reports, presentations, newsletters and other promotional collateral.
-Create and adapt designs for multiple formats and communication channels.
-Support the development of visual assets for Center research projects, programs and special initiatives.
-Ensure materials align with Baylor University and Center brand standards.
-Prepare files for digital distribution and professional printing.
-Edit and resize photos and other visual assets as needed.
-Incorporate feedback and revisions while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
-Organize and maintain design files, templates and visual assets.
-Collaborate with Center faculty, staff and students on communications projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
-Current Baylor University student.
-Demonstrated graphic design skills and a strong eye for typography, layout and visual communication.
-Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator.
-Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
-Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
-Ability to receive feedback and translate it effectively into design revisions.
-Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Preferred:
-Currently pursuing a degree or coursework in graphic design, studio art, communication, advertising, marketing or a related field, with preference given to students studying graphic design.
-Familiarity with designing for both print and digital platforms.
-Experience working within established brand guidelines.
-Familiarity with accessibility and inclusive design principles.
-Photography, illustration or basic video/motion graphics experience is a plus.
Schedule
Approximately 10 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility around the student’s academic commitments.
Application Materials
Applicants should submit:
- A résumé.
- A portfolio or link to examples of graphic design work.
- A brief statement describing their interest in the position and relevant experience.
About the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing
The Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing promotes the flourishing of people with disabilities, their families, and communities by connecting rigorous research with real-world impact. Through research, training, resources, storytelling, and community partnerships, the Center works to equip communities and build belonging.
- May assist with developing and implementing marketing or communication plans
- May write, proofread and edit communications or marketing materials
- May create or design creative content and materials for digital or print consistent with University branding
- May maintain department website(s) or social media/digital platforms
- May perform video editing or video production
- May work with photo, video, and audio equipment
- May perform research and make recommendations around emerging marketing or social media trends
- May assist with projects or initatives supporting departmental goals
- May partner with external vendors for events, print or photography
- May build and maintain relationships with campus partners and external vendors
- May track, analyze, and prepare reports on social media data and performance
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
- Ability to comply with University policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Employer: Baylor University
Work Location: Marr McLean Science Building
Work Address: 1214 S 3rd St, Waco, United States