Oregon State University is hiring: Graphic Designer in Corvallis

Please see Special Instructions for more details. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: A Resume/Vita A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position Three (3) pieces of work and/or a link to your portfolio For additional information please contact: Maia Farris Tkachuk at farrisma@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Position Information Job Title Graphic Designer Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $17.50 (Standard); $17.00 (Non-Urban); $18.50 (Portland Metro) Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Marcomm Assistant for the College of Business at Oregon State University (OSU). The Graphic Designer will support the Marketing and Communications (Marcomm) team by creating on-brand graphics for social media posts and digital signage across campus. This role works closely with the social media team to develop visually engaging content that connects with target audiences. Ideal candidates should have strong design skills, an understanding of social media platforms, and basic knowledge of brand communication. Proficiency in graphic design tools and attention to detail are essential. Pay rate for this position is $16.05 per hour. Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Professionalism, Technology, Career & Self-Development Position Duties The Graphic Designer reports to the College of Business Art Director and will support the needs of the Marcomm team and social media team including: Design Creation: print and digital materials digital signage and more. Branding: Help maintain brand consistency and update visual assets. Image Editing: Edit and enhance photos for digital and print use. Concept Development: Contribute to brainstorming and idea generation. Work closely with team members receiving feedback and making revisions in the design process reliable Learning: Stay updated on design trends and improve skills through feedback and training Open to learning new skills Able to work in Adobe CC programs as well as Canva. Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term* Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term* *International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center. Additional Required Qualifications Must be proficient in Adobe Suite, Canva, or other graphic design software. Must be able to create on-brand graphics based on the OSU brand guidelines. Preferred (Special) Qualifications Please note if you have experience in videography, photography or other mediums. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Up to 20 hours per week, with hybrid work options available. Posting Number P12993SE Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/11/2026 Posting Date 03/31/2026 Closing Date 04/24/2026 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). 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