Junior Designer Supervisor PTS

Associated Students, Inc. at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is a non-profit corporation focused on student engagement and support. The Junior Designer Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Junior Designer needs within the ASI Marketing, Design, and Public Relations department, ensuring design standards are maintained and projects are managed efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Adapts and prepares designs for print, social media, and digital applications
• Assist in photography selection and manipulation, including masking, resizing, recoloring, etc
• Assist with developing original marketing assets
• Assist with design updates and edits
• Prepare mockups for merchandise and production needs
• Prepares artwork for proofing and production
• Maintains and encourages proper application of ASI’s visual brand identity
• Work with Production team to resolve production artwork issues
• Provide creative insight for projects related to print, experiential, environmental, social media, and digital media
• Prepares artwork for presentations and pitches
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Assists in interviewing, onboarding, and training new staff
• Maintain organizational file structure for all design related files
• Communicate with requestors, clients, and senior designers to complete projects
• Participate in and occasionally lead team meetings
• Manages the Junior Designers’ schedules
• Provides customer service to clients in need of graphic design
• Prepares Junior Design Team weekly meeting agendas and documents meetings
• Take part in regular professional development trainings
• Assist in the development of training and learning modules
• Responsible for managing and assigning projects to the Junior Designers
• Responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the Junior Designers
• Responsible for reviewing and approving timecards
• Assists Design Coordinator with various projects
• Work closely with Senior Designers and Junior Designers to complete assignments
• Provides administrative support
• Assist in providing performance reviews for the Junior Designers
• Assist in providing consultation with clients and offering creative design solutions
• Collaborates directly with the Production, Operations, and Brand Ambassador teams on producing print and other assets for all in-house creative requests

Skills

• Six months of supervisory experience preferred
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus
• Experience in the creation of graphic design (either client or academic based) a plus
• Ability to work in a cross-platform environment (MAC and PC)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet and other computer applications in use
• Ability to successfully complete tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain professional work conduct
• Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations
• Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively and work productively without close supervision
• Ability to lead and mentor others
• Sharp attention to detail
• Ability to manage time in a demanding, deadline-driven environment
• Demonstrated ability to provide friendly and pleasant customer-oriented service
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community
• Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check)
• Preferred to have completed or to be enrolled in the following classes: VCD 1311A Foundations in Drawing 1, VCD 1321A Foundations in 2D Design, VCD 1341A Foundations in 4D Design, VCD 1312A Foundations in Drawing 2, VCD 1331A - Foundations in 3D Design, VCD 1351A - Foundations in 5D Design
• Skilled in traditional illustration media, 3D, and/or photography a plus

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