Graphic Design Assistant FWS
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Job Location:
Harrisonburg, LA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 12 - 15
Posted on:
25-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Working Title: Graphic Design Assistant - FWS
State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type:Federal Work Study
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Advancement Marketing
Department: 100445 - Advancement Marketing
Pay Rate:Commensurate with Experience
Specify Range or Amount: $12.50-15.00 hour
Is this a JMU only positionN/A
Is this a grant-funded positionNo
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A
Beginning Review Date:11/05/2025
About JMU:
Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 full-time instructional faculty.
General Information:
JMUs Advancement Marketing team is hiring for a graphic design assistant to start working with us spring semester of 2026. Its a great opportunity to get paid to gain experience working as a graphic designer while developing a variety of pieces for your portfolio.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Create designs for use across print web and social media using established graphic elements in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
Collaborate with the Advancement Marketing team and other departments for design edits and suggestions
Be creative while working within the JMU brand guidelines
Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
Qualifications:
Capable of designing in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
Detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Knowledge in one or more of the following is helpful: Writing AP style Microsoft Office Adobe Illustrator Lightroom Classic photography experience
Must be Federal Work Study eligible
Additional Posting Information:
This position is 10-12 hours per week. Work must be done MondayFriday 8 a.m.5 p.m. during spring (and fall) semesters.
Your exact hours will be determined based on your availability.
Advancement Marketing is located in Sonner Hall (next to the College of Business).
Verification of FWS eligibility must be provided with your application. You can log on to your MyMadison and under Finances click View My Financial Aid. Click on the current Aid Year. Copy and paste your award information into a Word document and save. Upload this as Financial Aid Offer Letter (along with your resume and cover letter).
Provided you continue to remain eligible for Federal Work Study it may be possible for you to retain this job for future Fall and Spring semesters while youre enrolled at JMU.
Conditions of Employment:
Students must be degree-seeking students enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: .
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at or You may also visit the Office of Disability Services located in the Student Success Center Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.
Key Skills
- Interior Design
- CAD
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Constant Contact
- Sketchup
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Adobe Photoshop
- Autocad
- Adobe Illustrator
- Garment Construction
- Sewing
- Adobe Indesign
