Graphic Design Assistant at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35722

Working Title:
Graphic Design Assistant

Position Summary:
SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, designs electronic and printed materials, exhibit elements, and/or illustrations for a variety of university publications, displays, and other media, as appropriate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conceptualizes, designs, and produces curriculum, training, and/or promotional materials such as flyers, ads, brochures, logos, office signage, exhibits, and/or displays.
2. Designs and produces camera-ready art including graphs, charts, clip art, posters, digitization of graphics, line-art, and/or photos.
3. Creates electronically-designed page layouts and imports word processing files into page layouts, as appropriate to the position; may develop and produce web-based graphics, as requested.
4. Produces technical and scientific illustrations for presentations and/or publication, as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
5. Consults with faculty and staff to identify their graphics needs, budget constraints, and reasonable deadlines for the project; serves as a liaison between the client and printers/publishers.
6. Coordinates the printing production process to ensure quality: writes printing and other reproduction specifications (selects ink, paper, and print quality); inspects proofs for accuracy; recommends contractors (typesetters, printers, illustrators, photographers, cartographers).
7. Writes and edits basic copy, as appropriate, which may include press releases in some instances.
8. May coordinate a graphics or photographic library and/or maintain digital records.
9. May provide technical computer support and install software programs.
10. May design and maintain websites.
11. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic design.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to create and produce graphic materials using a range of media, methods, techniques, and equipment.
• Knowledge of graphic layout and photographic requirements and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
• Skills in the utilization of specified computerized graphic design programs.
• Ability to analyze graphic and technical information and create interpretive illustrations.

Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
Pharmacy Deans Office (401A)

Employment Type:
Student Employment

Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay:
$14.00 -$17.00 Hourly

For Best Consideration Date:
2/16/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Complete Online Application and attach a Cover Letter, Resume, and a copy of Work Study award.Minimum Qualifications: Equivalencies not found for this position