UW Women’s Center Graphic Designer & Communications Specialist
The UW Women’s Center is looking for a student– either eligible for workstudy or unpaid internship – who can serve the Center as their graphic designer & communications specialist.
If you are interested in supporting the Women’s Center’s mission to promote gender equity and social justice through creative visual messaging, consider the following:
| JOB TITLE | Graphic Design & Communications Specialist |
| DEPARTMENT NAME | Women’s Center |
| JOB LOCATION | Cunningham Hall |
| CONTACT/SUPERVISOR | Johnna White |
| PHONE NUMBER | 206-685-2940 |
| EMAIL ADDRESS | Jwhite23@uw.edu |
| BOX NUMBER | 353070 |
| EMPLOYMENT PERIOD | Summer Only [ ] Sum & Acad Year [ ] Acad Year Only [ x ] |
| HOURS PER WEEK | Sum: 40 hrs/wk [ ] up to 19 hrs/wk [ ] Acad Yr: up to 19 hrs/wk [ x ] |
| RATE OF PAY | $13.00 – $16.00 per hour (Compliance with current UW Student Pay Schedule) |
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design graphics and create printed and electronic communication in concert with UW branding guidelines
- Work with Women’s Center staff to maintain content of Women’s Center website.
- Manage social media strategy and presence to promote events and Women’s Center’s activities
- Perform outreach to campus and community units regarding collaborative programs and marketing.
- Assist with marketing of Lifelong Learning classes and program’s quarterly catalog.
- Assist with the design and layout of the Center’s quarterly reports and newsletters; assist writing and design of bi-monthly e-newsletters using Constant Contact
- Publish videos and photography on Women’s Center website and social media sites
- Perform some general office duties for Women’s Center as needed, including answering phones, filing, data entry, and front desk customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
- Work study eligible (Workstudy is a financial aid award) or interest in un-paid internship
- Proficient with Adobe design programs (prefer InDesign and Photoshop. MS publisher knowledge a plus)
- Proficient in WordPress
- Good writing skills
- Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail is essential
- Ability to work both independently and with a team
- Knowledge and understanding of current website technologies.
Educational Benefits
- Opportunity to enhance marketing and communication skills in a professional environment.
- Work closely with group of professional women who support the work of the Women’s Center and development initiatives
To Apply
- Email resume and cover letter to jwhite23@uw.edu; include your name and “Graphic Design & Communications Specialist” in the subject of the email.
- Submit a design sample.
- The position will remain open until filled.
