Student Graphic Designer/Print Production Assistant

Missouri State University

  • Springfield, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • $15.25 Per Hour

Highlights

The student graphic designer/print production assistant pre-flights files for print production, consults customers with their projects, designs monthly OPT Program Guide, prepares variable data files for printing, and designs marketing items for Printing and Postal Services from planning to final production using Adobe Creative Suite. The student graphic designer/print production assistant works closely with the Printing Services Coordinator and other team members to learn the digital print production process.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSpringfield, MO

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Student Graphic Designer/Print Production Assistant Student Status Work Study Optional -You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position. Work Location Springfield Campus Department University Support Services - Printing Services Hiring Range 15.25/hr Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm How many hours per week are required? 10+ (max is 20 hrs/week) Description of Primary Duties

The student graphic designer/print production assistant works closely with the Printing Services Coordinator and other team members to learn the digital print production process. The student graphic designer/print production assistant pre-flights files for print production, consults customers with their projects, designs monthly OPT Program Guide, prepares variable data files for printing, and designs marketing items for Printing and Postal Services from planning to final production using Adobe Creative Suite. Other programs used are Print Shop Pro (print production), and FusionPro.

Required Qualifications

Enrolled in, or completed, courses in graphic design, typography, production, etc. in pursuit of a degree in graphic design.

Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.

Demonstrate talent as a designer, including the ability to combine function and visual appearance to achieve successful communication.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as good organizational and planning skills.

Ability to work within established Missouri State University branding and style guidelines.

Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.

Creative self-starter who is comfortable with taking initiative and working in collaboration with others.

Flexible yet able to adhere to strict deadlines.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures backgrounds.

Required Certifications Additional Qualifications

Knowledge of Print Shop Pro and Fusion Pro software is preferred, but not required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit your resume and a few samples of your previous design work or link to your portfolio to Austin Hubbard, Coordinator, Printing and Postal Services, austinhubbard@missouristate.edu. Position will remain open until filled.

Contact Information

Austin Hubbard

Coordinator

Printing and Postal Services

417-837-2301

AustinHubbard@MissouriState.edu

Disclaimer

Disclaimer for off campus positions only.

#STU Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252.

Posting Detail

Open Date 08/11/2026 Close Date 10/30/2026 Posting Number 20260108STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  • Unofficial Transcripts - 1
  • Online Portfolio
  • Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
  • Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
  • Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
  • Portfolio Document (10 MB Max or can use URL)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Are you a current Missouri State University Student?

  • Yes

  • No

  • How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?

(Open Ended Question)

  • Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?

  • Yes

  • No

  • I don't know

  • Are you currently seeking a degree at Missouri State University? Or are you currently seeking a teacher certification at Missouri State University?

  • Yes

  • No

  • I'm not sure.

  • Would you be available to work during University breaks?

  • Always

  • Sometimes

  • Never

  • What date are you available to begin employment?

(Open Ended Question)

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