Student Employee - Graphic Designer - Spring 2026
University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri, United States, 64093
Salary:
$15.00 Hourly Location :
UCMO - Warrensburg, MO Job Type:
Student University Worker Job Number:
S99387 Division:
Integrated Marketing&Communications Opening Date:
01/06/2026
Description
The University of Central Missouri's Integrated Marketing & Communications team is seeking a Student Graphic Designer to support the creation of high-quality visual materials that represent the university's brand across campus and beyond. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside the university's marketing team in a professional design environment. Student designers contribute to the same types of projects created by full-time staff, gaining meaningful, real-world experience while developing strong habits around attention to detail, meeting deadlines and communicating effectively with teammates. You'll collaborate closely with designers, writers and campus partners while building practical skills in branding, production and workflow management that translate directly to future professional roles.
Examples of Duties
Duties Include:
Design & Production
Create and revise graphic design materials using Adobe Creative Cloud (primarily InDesign and Illustrator) Follow UCM brand standards, templates and production guidelines Prepare files for review, approval and vendor production Implement feedback from supervising designers, IMC reviewers and campus partners Maintain organized project files, version control and proper archiving
Workflow & Communication
Check the Student Designer Job System and email daily for assignments and updates Track project progress and update statuses accurately Meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously Collaborate professionally with full-time staff and other student designers
Office & Front Desk Support
Provide front desk coverage for at least one hour per week, including greeting visitors, answering phones and assisting with general office needs
Typical Qualifications
Education:
Must be a current UCM student in good academic standing Must be a Graphic Design and/or Illustration major/minor Experience:
Must have working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Strong attention to detail, adaptability under pressure, and a willingness to follow established procedures. Openness to feedback and the willingness to revise work accordingly. Reliable, organized and professional communication skills Experience with photo editing and illustration, including basic photo retouching and vector illustration. Familiarity with file preparation for print production Experience working with brand guidelines or templates
Supplemental Information
Applicant must submit the following documents along with the application:
Publications/Portfolio
Working Hours:
Minimum shift length: 2 hours M-F 8-5, up to 18 hours per week Shifts scheduled around class availability Attendance, punctuality and schedule changes must be communicated in advance
Special Instructions:
Full-time staff & 12-month faculty benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
9-month faculty benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Part-time benefits-eligible positions: Benefits include generous education assistance for the employee.
Temporary, adjunct, student employment, or graduate assistant positions: Benefits are not included.
Completed UCM online application for employment required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled unless indicated otherwise.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of all staff, faculty, adjunct, and temporary positions and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check. Student employees and graduate assistants do not require a background check to be conducted prior to employment.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our faculty and staff are the university's most valuable asset, and our goal is to provide a robust Total Rewards Program designed to help them maintain a happy, healthy, and productive lifestyle.
Highlights from UCM's total rewards package for full-time employees include:
30.25% (staff) and 6% (faculty) defined retirement contribution, paid 100% by the university; Voluntary Tax-Sheltered Annuity (TSA) programs (403(b) and 457(b)) that allow eligible employees to make additional pre-tax contributions to a retirement plan; Employees can earn up to 6 credit hours for themselves per academic year. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans that begin on the first of the month following your date of hire. Basic dental and vision insurance paid at 100% by the university; Available Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts; University-paid basic life insurance (including accidental death and dismemberment) and short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage; Generous leave accruals that begin accruing on your start date, plus 14 paid holidays per year. The UCM Childcare Center on the Warrensburg campus can provide faculty, staff, and students quality care for their children ages six weeks to 10 years. The Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) is free for all employees and is located on the Warrensburg campus. An Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and their immediate family members to help assist with personal challenges you may face in your daily life; UCM offers an Employee Discount Program through Working Advantage. To learn more about the wonderful benefits available as a University of Central Missouri employee, visit our !
$15.00 Hourly Location :
UCMO - Warrensburg, MO Job Type:
Student University Worker Job Number:
S99387 Division:
Integrated Marketing&Communications Opening Date:
01/06/2026
Description
The University of Central Missouri's Integrated Marketing & Communications team is seeking a Student Graphic Designer to support the creation of high-quality visual materials that represent the university's brand across campus and beyond. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside the university's marketing team in a professional design environment. Student designers contribute to the same types of projects created by full-time staff, gaining meaningful, real-world experience while developing strong habits around attention to detail, meeting deadlines and communicating effectively with teammates. You'll collaborate closely with designers, writers and campus partners while building practical skills in branding, production and workflow management that translate directly to future professional roles.
Examples of Duties
Duties Include:
Design & Production
Create and revise graphic design materials using Adobe Creative Cloud (primarily InDesign and Illustrator) Follow UCM brand standards, templates and production guidelines Prepare files for review, approval and vendor production Implement feedback from supervising designers, IMC reviewers and campus partners Maintain organized project files, version control and proper archiving
Workflow & Communication
Check the Student Designer Job System and email daily for assignments and updates Track project progress and update statuses accurately Meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously Collaborate professionally with full-time staff and other student designers
Office & Front Desk Support
Provide front desk coverage for at least one hour per week, including greeting visitors, answering phones and assisting with general office needs
Typical Qualifications
Education:
Must be a current UCM student in good academic standing Must be a Graphic Design and/or Illustration major/minor Experience:
Must have working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Strong attention to detail, adaptability under pressure, and a willingness to follow established procedures. Openness to feedback and the willingness to revise work accordingly. Reliable, organized and professional communication skills Experience with photo editing and illustration, including basic photo retouching and vector illustration. Familiarity with file preparation for print production Experience working with brand guidelines or templates
Supplemental Information
Applicant must submit the following documents along with the application:
Publications/Portfolio
Working Hours:
Minimum shift length: 2 hours M-F 8-5, up to 18 hours per week Shifts scheduled around class availability Attendance, punctuality and schedule changes must be communicated in advance
Special Instructions:
Full-time staff & 12-month faculty benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
9-month faculty benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Part-time benefits-eligible positions: Benefits include generous education assistance for the employee.
Temporary, adjunct, student employment, or graduate assistant positions: Benefits are not included.
Completed UCM online application for employment required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled unless indicated otherwise.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of all staff, faculty, adjunct, and temporary positions and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check. Student employees and graduate assistants do not require a background check to be conducted prior to employment.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our faculty and staff are the university's most valuable asset, and our goal is to provide a robust Total Rewards Program designed to help them maintain a happy, healthy, and productive lifestyle.
Highlights from UCM's total rewards package for full-time employees include:
30.25% (staff) and 6% (faculty) defined retirement contribution, paid 100% by the university; Voluntary Tax-Sheltered Annuity (TSA) programs (403(b) and 457(b)) that allow eligible employees to make additional pre-tax contributions to a retirement plan; Employees can earn up to 6 credit hours for themselves per academic year. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans that begin on the first of the month following your date of hire. Basic dental and vision insurance paid at 100% by the university; Available Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts; University-paid basic life insurance (including accidental death and dismemberment) and short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage; Generous leave accruals that begin accruing on your start date, plus 14 paid holidays per year. The UCM Childcare Center on the Warrensburg campus can provide faculty, staff, and students quality care for their children ages six weeks to 10 years. The Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) is free for all employees and is located on the Warrensburg campus. An Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and their immediate family members to help assist with personal challenges you may face in your daily life; UCM offers an Employee Discount Program through Working Advantage. To learn more about the wonderful benefits available as a University of Central Missouri employee, visit our !