Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Main Campus - Orem
Job Type: Student
Job Number: FY2605649
Division: VP Academic Affairs
Department: Herbert Institute
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/2/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Max Number of Applicants: 65
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume
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Position AnnouncementUtah Valley University is looking for a student graphic designer to join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy. Under the direction of the Executive Director, this position is responsible for creating graphic design, digital media, website visuals, social media posts, and various digital content.
The student graphic designer will work closely with the Herbert Institute team to develop event advertising campaigns, maintain brand identity and consistency, and collaborate with University Marketing/Communications and event organizers.
This role is ideal for a well-organized, creative problem-solver.
Summary of Responsibilities- Manages the creative and design processes for digital assets, print materials, and websites used for advertising, promotion, community outreach, student outreach, digital marketing, live events, etc
- Plans and prepares art layouts for projects and follows specified requirements within designated schedules. Coordinates and deploys artwork and advertising campaigns across all Institute platforms and mediums
- Develops visual communication standards and style guides for Institute's marketing materials. Proofreads, compares, and verifies the accuracy of all details for assigned projects
- Manages brand identity ensuring consistency with University expectations
- Organizes and maintains digital image library
- Digitally archives all projects on completion
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications- Must be a current UVU student
- Previous experience helping with events preferred
- Experience in managing creative projects and graphic design
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities- Experience with graphic design and the creative process for both print and digital materials
- Understanding of project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools
- Proficiency in creating social media content for events, organizations, and brands
- Strong grasp of color, composition, and layout to create compelling visual storytelling
- Familiarity with branding and the ability to work within Utah Valley University's brand guidelines
- Effective project management and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal communication and decision-making abilities
- Proficiency in design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, AfterEffects, Flash, Final Cut Pro, Canva, etc.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to accept feedback and adapt creative designs accordingly
- Capacity to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Skilled in balancing a challenging workload with multiple timelines
- Ability to maintain a personal task list to ensure timely completion of design projects
- Adaptability in adjusting design styles and visual tones to fit different event types while maintaining brand consistency
- Creative mindset with the ability to generate fresh, innovative ideas for marketing and visual communication
EEO Statement:UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Student positions are ineligible from the university's full-time employee benefits package and part-time offerings.
For more information on services offered to students, visit https://www.uvu.edu/studentlife/.
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Are you a current UVU student?
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Please enter your UVID.
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Do you have a link to a portfolio?
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What is your philosophy of graphic design and how do you adapt to differing graphic design needs?
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