Job no: 520013
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Student Graphic Designer
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Center for Civic Engagement
Job Summary
The Center for Civic Engagement is looking for a graphic design student worker to:
- Create and design a variety of communication, marketing, and promotional items for civic engagement opportunities, programming, and events.
- Create and design a variety of print and electronic graphics, including brochures, newsletters, posters, banners, advertisements, t-shirts, LCD screens, email templates, social media, etc.
- Assist with other unit projects as needed.
- Attend events and fairs as a representative of CCE, including tabling at fairs and open houses.
- Help staff the CCE office and answer phones as needed.
Occasional in-person meetings, participation/work at events on campus, and/or staffing in the CCE office might be necessary as well.
Additional Information
The Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) supports the missions of the Division of Student Affairs and the Division of Academic Affairs through various programs and services with students, faculty, and staff, in partnership with Bloomington-Normal community organizations. CCE organizes work around civic engagement, including volunteering and service-learning, political engagement, and civic education.
Illinois State University recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff, and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. The Center for Civic Engagement seeks candidates with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. Candidates who have successfully collaborated with a diverse range of faculty/staff, students, and community partners are especially welcome.
Pay Rate
$15/hour
Required Qualifications
- Students in leadership positions within Alternative Breaks (executive board, trip leaders, etc.) are not eligible to apply.
- All student employees in the Center for Civic Engagement must have good academic and disciplinary standing to obtain employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graphic design experience and skills
- Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite design software (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Attention to detail
- Perform tasks promptly and professionally
Work Hours
7 hours per week, on average.
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodations:
- Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
- Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
- Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
Proposed Starting Date
August 2025
Required Applicant Documents
Resume, Cover Letter & Graphic Design Portfolio/Sample of Work
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Please email Resume and Graphic Design Portfolio/Sample of Work to jvillel@ilstu.edu when submitting your application.
Contact Information for Applicants
Henrique Villela
jvillel@ilstu.edu
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review. All appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 03/17/2025 11:35 AM CST
Application Closes: 04/07/2025 11:55 PM CST