WAE - Graphic Designer

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## Job Posting Title:
WAE - Graphic Designer

## Position Type:
Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

## Department:
LSUAM AA - SA - OCC - Communications (Kaitlyn Chase (00075148))

## Work Location:
0158 LSU Student Union

## Pay Grade:
Temporary

Job Description:

Creative, detail-oriented WAE-Graphic Designer to support the development and enhancement of visual resources for students, employers, and campus recruiting events. Working in collaboration with Olinde Career Center staff, the WAE-Graphic Designer will update existing publications, develop new visual resources, and refresh graphics and imagery to promote Olinde Career Center programs and services. Focusing on creating visually engaging, accessible, and consistent materials that communicate career-related information clearly and effectively. Projects will include: student mini guides, employer resources, informational one-pagers, and recruiting event graphics. This is a temporary, project-based position with a max of 25 hours a week. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a variety of communications and design projects in a university career services setting.

JOB DUTIES

Career Resource Graphic Design Work - 70%

Refresh the design and layout of existing Career Center student/alum facing mini guides, including the Resume and Interview Guide, Financial Literacy Guide, Career Decision-Making Guide, and Ready to Roar Guide. Update and expand employer-facing guides, recruiting event graphics, promotional imagery, presentation graphics, and other existing communications materials. Collaborate with Career Center staff to design new resources on topics such as gaining experience, transitioning to the workforce, and applying to graduate/professional school. Create one-pager resources, handouts, infographics, and other informational materials for students and employers from staff-provided content. Work with staff to ensure design meets educational needs. Prepare updated materials for print production, including coordinating with vendors, and digital distribution. Ensure all designs adhere to digital accessibility standards and are optimized for user experience. Follow LSU and Division of Student Affairs brand standards and guidelines. Ensure high quality finished products, proofed for an errors, misalignment, or inaccurate information.

Responsive Design & Visual Communications Needs - 20%

Develop graphics and materials for Career Center programs, events, presentations, and other staff requests as needs arise. Assist with development of visual concepts and graphics for campaigns and special initiatives. Collaborate with staff to understand project goals, audiences, timelines, and design needs.

Communications Support & Administration - 10%

Meet regularly with Communications Manager and Associate Director, Finance & Operations on project planning, prioritizing individual projects, and feedback on design. Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, Associate Director, or Senior Director. Stay up to date with new technology and techniques related to web and or print/design.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Digital Media, Graphic Communications, or related field.
- Relevant 2 years of graphic design experience, formal training, or a portfolio demonstrating proficiency in Adobe Suite and experience preparing materials for print production.
- 1 year of graphic design experience creating resources/materials through employment, internships, or freelance.
- Adobe Suite including Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator for developing and editing publications and graphics. Experience preparing graphic design files for print production, including attention to layout, typography, image quality, document specifications, and final file preparation. Experience developing accessible, easy-to-read materials that communicate complex information clearly.
- LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience designing multi-page publications, guides, brochures, handouts and other informational resources.
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop and other tools for image editing and visual asset development.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Additional Job Description:

## Special Instructions:
This is a temporary, project-based position with a max of 25 hours a week. Requested application materials should include a resume or curriculum vitae; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Jessica Glasgow at [email protected]

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

## Posting Date:
November 13, 2026

## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 13, 2027

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected] .  For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.