Federal Work Study Marketing Graphic Design Student Assistant

This position is open to all students eligible to work on campus and have a valid Federal Work-Study (FWS) permit. Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed part-time, up to 10 hours per week. Must have a Federal Work Study work award for Fall 2025 semester.

**Students seeking FWS employment should print/screenshot a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award as proof of FWS eligibility. To locate your Financial Aid Award Page, go to https://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear

· Portfolio submission is required. The portfolio may be submitted by email to Martha Massie at marthal@ufl.edu.
· Must be enrolled at least part-time as an undergraduate or graduate student in the Summer & Fall terms.
· Be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the University with no repeated violations of the University Code of Student Conduct.
· Demonstrated previous experience utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud Software.

The University of Florida Dean of Students Office (DSO) is seeking a talented and creative Federal Work-Study Marketing Graphic Designer Student Assistant to join our team. This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to work with the Outreach & Marketing Team and collaborate with key areas within the DSO— including Campus Assistance and Resources for Empowerment (CARE), Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution (SCCR), Hitchcock Field & Fork Pantry, and the Collegiate Veterans Success Center.

As a Graphic Design Student Assistant, you will play an integral role in increasing the visibility of programs and services to produce captivating designs that showcase and enhance the Gator student experience and events hosted by the office. This role requires a visually minded individual with a passion for storytelling and an eagerness to tackle creative challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Potential projects and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Collaborate with DSO unit leaders and supervisor, to create visually appealing designs for various projects and mediums such as print materials, digital graphics, social media, presentations, and promotional materials.

· Assist in brainstorming and ideation sessions to generate creative design concepts and solutions.

· Follow design briefs and project requirements to ensure design aligns with brand guidelines.

· Collaborate with team members and provide design support for various marketing and communication initiatives.

· Stay updated on design trends, techniques, and industry best practices to continually improve design skills and knowledge.

· Create and modify design assets using graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva.

· Other duties as assigned.

Schedule & Commitment

· Standard Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

· Students must maintain an agreed-upon schedule that aligns with their course commitments.

· Minimum commitment: One semester, with 5-10 hours per week (varies based on Federal Work-Study award). Longer-term engagements are encouraged.

This position is open to all students eligible to work on campus and have a valid Federal Work-Study (FWS) permit. Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed part-time, up to 10 hours per week. Must have a Federal Work Study work award for Fall 2025 semester.

Ideal candidates will possess:

· Have an interest in building positive relationships with people who make up the department and the UF community.

· Possess solid editing skills and the ability to craft and maintain a consistent voice and tone with imagery.

· Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and an eye for detail and accuracy.

· The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

· Enthusiasm, self-motivation, and attention to detail.

This is a part-time position.

To be considered, the candidate must submit a resume, cover letter, portfolio, and a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award as proof of FWS eligibility.

Portfolio Submitted by email to Martha Massie at marthal@ufl.edu.

The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.