The University of Central Arkansas Athletic Department is seeking a talented,
creative, and detail-oriented Student Graphic Designer to join our team. This
individual will play a key role in creating high-quality visual content that
supports recruiting efforts, team branding, marketing campaigns, and event
promotion. The designer will work closely with the creative team and
coaching staff to develop graphics that elevate the UCA Athletics brand
across digital and print platforms.

This is a federal work-study position. If you are interested in a volunteer role
and not eligible for federal work-study, please contact jstandridge@uca.edu.

Recruitment & Team Graphics:
Design engaging and visually consistent graphics for prospective
student-athletes, including recruitment materials, social media
content, and team-specific assets.
Collaborate with coaches and the creative director to ensure recruiting
visuals align with each program’s identity and department branding.

Event & Campaign Design:
Create graphics for game days, promotional campaigns, media days,
and athletic events.
Develop digital and print assets including posters, flyers, banners,
email graphics, and video board visuals.

Branding & Content Creation:
Ensure all designs align with UCA Athletics branding guidelines and
support the overall look and feel of the department.
Assist in brainstorming and executing new creative concepts for social
media, marketing initiatives, and fan engagement.

Collaboration with Marketing & Communications Teams:
Work closely with the athletics marketing, communications, and
creative media teams to produce content for various platforms such
as the UCA Athletics website, social media, and print publications.
Coordinate file delivery and formatting for both digital and print
distribution.

Asset Management:
Maintain an organized digital library of templates, files, and completed
projects.
Archive assets and ensure proper version control for all ongoing
campaigns.

Other Duties as Assigned:
Assist with graphics for special events, student-athlete features, and
department-wide announcements.

Qualifications:

Experience:
Prior experience in graphic design, either through coursework,
freelance work, or previous positions. Sports experience is helpful but
not required.

Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator,
and InDesign.
Knowledge of design principles including layout, typography, color
theory, and branding.
Familiarity with Canva or other online design platforms is a plus.

Other Skills and Abilities:
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects
and meet deadlines.
Flexible schedule with availability to complete quick-turnaround
projects during the week or on weekends when needed.
Creative mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to
take feedback and collaborate effectively.

Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily computer-based; candidates must be able to
work at a desk or workstation and operate design software efficiently.

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

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