What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Design Specialist 25-26 position at St. Olaf?
Job Description
Job Title :
Graphic Design Specialist
Classification :
Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer :
St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here :
Department Name :
The Piper Center
Unit Number (5 digits) : 11560
Length of Position :
See Employment Authorization
Contact Person / Supervisor : Lily Hollerung
Pay Rate (Check One) x Standard Hourly Rate Supervisory / Special Skills Hourly Rate
Description of the Position : (Purpose of the Position)
The Graphic Design Specialist will be part of the Student Operations Team (or Ops Team), which supports the administrative, data, marketing and technology needs of the office. Each member of the team will specialize in a specific area of operations and contribute to other efforts of the team as needed.
Transferable Skills :
Student employees in the Piper Center will join a dynamic group that is committed to helping students leverage their liberal arts education to achieve their full potential.
Students will : Complete in-depth training on St. Olaf career and vocational resourcesApply marketing and visual design skills in a professional contextContribute ideas for making the Piper Center even more effectiveGet to know the professional staff of the Piper CenterDuties and Responsibilities :
Create visual designs to advertise Piper Center events and resources for use in print materials and the Piper Center website using Adobe Illustrator and other design toolsAdhere to Piper Center brand standardsWork with Piper Center staff to understand staff expectations and event audiencesContribute to marketing strategyAs members of the broader Operations Team, Graphic Design Specialists may also :
Update and edit the Piper Center web pages using WordpressPhotograph the occasional LinkedIn headshotOperations Team members are expected to work 6 hours per week.
Qualifications : (Education / Experience / Skills)
We are looking for the following traits and skills :
Proficiency with InDesign. Ideal candidates will also have experience with some of the following : Photoshop, Illustrator, DSLR cameras, Wordpress, basic HTMLDemonstrated ability to manage projects effectively and meet deadlinesAbility to work well independently and to collaborate effectively with staffExcellent attention to detail and ability to follow throughStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong work ethic and reliabilityDesire to work in a professional office settingPositive attitude and interest in the Piper Center's programs and resources
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
