UW Women’s Center Graphic Designer & Communications Specialist

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. 

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