Athletics Student Graphic Designer (Federal Work Study)

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Title Information

Working TitleAthletics Student Graphic Designer (Federal Work Study)

Full-Time/Part-TimePart Time

Student Worker $ Amount (Hourly or Assignment Rate)$11 per hour

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?Onsite

Position Details

Position Information

Posting NumberS1052026

Department NameAthletics - Creative Services

Funding TypeFederal Work Study

Position Summary

The University of Central Arkansas Athletic Department is seeking a talented,

creative, and detail-oriented Student Graphic Designer to join our team. This

individual will play a key role in creating high-quality visual content that

supports recruiting efforts, team branding, marketing campaigns, and event

promotion. The designer will work closely with the creative team and

coaching staff to develop graphics that elevate the UCA Athletics brand

across digital and print platforms.

This is a federal work-study position. If you are interested in a volunteer role

and not eligible for federal work-study, please contact ....

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment & Team Graphics:

Design engaging and visually consistent graphics for prospective

student-athletes, including recruitment materials, social media

content, and team-specific assets.

Collaborate with coaches and the creative director to ensure recruiting

visuals align with each program's identity and department branding.

Event & Campaign Design:

Create graphics for game days, promotional campaigns, media days,

and athletic events.

Develop digital and print assets including posters, flyers, banners,

email graphics, and video board visuals.

Branding & Content Creation:

Ensure all designs align with UCA Athletics branding guidelines and

support the overall look and feel of the department.

Assist in brainstorming and executing new creative concepts for social

media, marketing initiatives, and fan engagement.

Collaboration with Marketing & Communications Teams:

Work closely with the athletics marketing, communications, and

creative media teams to produce content for various platforms such

as the UCA Athletics website, social media, and print publications.

Coordinate file delivery and formatting for both digital and print

distribution.

Asset Management:

Maintain an organized digital library of templates, files, and completed

projects.

Archive assets and ensure proper version control for all ongoing

campaigns.

Other Duties as Assigned:

Assist with graphics for special events, student-athlete features, and

department-wide announcements.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Prior experience in graphic design, either through coursework,

freelance work, or previous positions. Sports experience is helpful but

not required.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator,

and InDesign.

Knowledge of design principles including layout, typography, color

theory, and branding.

Familiarity with Canva or other online design platforms is a plus.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects

and meet deadlines.

Flexible schedule with availability to complete quick-turnaround

projects during the week or on weekends when needed.

Creative mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to

take feedback and collaborate effectively.

Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily computer-based; candidates must be able to

work at a desk or workstation and operate design software efficiently.

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.

Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Posting Detail Information

Employment is contingent upon the availability of funds and course enrollments

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date05/20/2026

Close Date08/09/2026

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants