The University of Texas at Austin
ECCT Creative Student Associate - Graphic Design & Marketing
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Posting Title:
ECCT Creative Student Associate - Graphic Design & Marketing
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Hiring Department: Extended Education Ventures ----
Position Open To: All Applicants ----
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 15 ----
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ----
Earliest Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 ----
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2025 ----
Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ----
Job Details:
Purpose
Extended Campus Custom Training (ECCT) at UT Austin connects public and private organizations to faculty and subject matter experts to deliver customized training solutions. We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented student associate with strong graphic design skills to support ECCT's marketing and outreach efforts. This position provides an excellent opportunity to apply and grow your visual communication, design, and content creation skills in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
You will collaborate with our marketing and operations teams to develop engaging visual and written content that promotes professional development programs. Ideal candidates have experience in layout design, visual branding, and digital content creation for social media, newsletters, and web platforms.
Responsibilities Design and produce marketing materials such as flyers, presentations, social media graphics, case studies, and promotional PDFs using
Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Support the creation of ECCT's monthly newsletter using Marketo, including layout and formatting
Collaborate with marketing and program staff to develop visual content for LinkedIn and other platforms
Assist in developing branded templates and visual standards aligned with ECCT's identity
Prepare design files for print and digital distribution, and package assets for internal or external use
Contribute to marketing strategy meetings by brainstorming visual campaign ideas
Provide general support to ECCT's marketing and operations teams
Required Qualifications
Current student or upper-division undergraduate student in good academic standing enrolled in a local University. Demonstrated experience in graphic design through coursework, work samples, or past roles Proficiency in
Canva
and
Adobe Creative Suite
(especially InDesign and Photoshop) Strong visual storytelling, layout, and formatting skills Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content strategy Excellent communication and organization skills; attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with CMS tools like WordPress or Drupal Background in design, marketing, communications, or related fields Experience with tools like Asana, Trello, or similar project management platforms Interest in adult learning, workforce development, or continuing education Salary Range
$15.00 +/hour depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Work to be performed in a typical office environment
Approximately 15 hours per week
Required Materials
Resume Cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience Work samples (e.g., design work, writing samples, or social media posts), if available Important
for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:
As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility: Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility: Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Hiring Department: Extended Education Ventures ----
Position Open To: All Applicants ----
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 15 ----
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ----
Earliest Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 ----
Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2025 ----
Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ----
Job Details:
Purpose
Extended Campus Custom Training (ECCT) at UT Austin connects public and private organizations to faculty and subject matter experts to deliver customized training solutions. We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented student associate with strong graphic design skills to support ECCT's marketing and outreach efforts. This position provides an excellent opportunity to apply and grow your visual communication, design, and content creation skills in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
You will collaborate with our marketing and operations teams to develop engaging visual and written content that promotes professional development programs. Ideal candidates have experience in layout design, visual branding, and digital content creation for social media, newsletters, and web platforms.
Responsibilities Design and produce marketing materials such as flyers, presentations, social media graphics, case studies, and promotional PDFs using
Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Support the creation of ECCT's monthly newsletter using Marketo, including layout and formatting
Collaborate with marketing and program staff to develop visual content for LinkedIn and other platforms
Assist in developing branded templates and visual standards aligned with ECCT's identity
Prepare design files for print and digital distribution, and package assets for internal or external use
Contribute to marketing strategy meetings by brainstorming visual campaign ideas
Provide general support to ECCT's marketing and operations teams
Required Qualifications
Current student or upper-division undergraduate student in good academic standing enrolled in a local University. Demonstrated experience in graphic design through coursework, work samples, or past roles Proficiency in
Canva
and
Adobe Creative Suite
(especially InDesign and Photoshop) Strong visual storytelling, layout, and formatting skills Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content strategy Excellent communication and organization skills; attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with CMS tools like WordPress or Drupal Background in design, marketing, communications, or related fields Experience with tools like Asana, Trello, or similar project management platforms Interest in adult learning, workforce development, or continuing education Salary Range
$15.00 +/hour depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Work to be performed in a typical office environment
Approximately 15 hours per week
Required Materials
Resume Cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience Work samples (e.g., design work, writing samples, or social media posts), if available Important
for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:
As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility: Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Retirement Plan Eligibility: Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.