Temporary Graphic Design Assistant

The Professional Engagement and External Partnerships (PEEP) team at California College of the Arts seeks a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer for a temporary position focusing on marketing assets, revision of digital platforms, and brand collateral development. The Graphic Design Assistant position is a remote-first role focused on creating custom marketing materials for PEEP. The designer will have the opportunity to work on various print media projects, such as brochures and flyers, while enjoying creative freedom and mentorship from CCA’s Lead Designer. Occasional in-person meetings will be held under the supervision of the assistant director and senior director to enhance collaboration and brainstorming ideas.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and produce marketing materials for various platforms:

  • Social media assets (Instagram, Facebook)

  • Event materials (Eventbrite layouts, event signage)

  • Email marketing templates (Handshake, Gmail)

  • Print collateral (brochures, flyers, thank you cards, stickers)

• Revamp and update digital presence:

  • Portal page redesign

  • Social media profile optimization

• Create PEEPswag and promotional items

• Expand visual assets for PEEP while working within the CCA brand

• In collaboration with CCA’s Lead Designer, ensure all marketing materials adhere to institutional brand guidelines.

• Collaborate with PEEP team members on project requirements and timelines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in graphic design, digital design, or related field

• High-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

• Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills

• Experience with digital and print design

Required Skills:

• Maintain organized files for seamless team collaboration

• Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies to bring fresh ideas.

• Engage in creative reviews and implement constructive feedback

• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• The range for this position is $25-$28/hour

• CCA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the choice of five medical plans, generous holiday, sick & vacation time, a retirement match and tuition remission. CCA covers an average of 91% of the medical plan cost for the employee only and an average of 82% for employees with dependents. More information can be found here: https://portal.cca.edu/working/office-human-resources/employee-benefits.

POSITION DETAILS:

• CCA considers a full-time work week to be 37.5 hours per week.

• Work Mode: Remote

• This is a temporary part-time (20 hours) position with an anticipated end date of August 1, 2025

Location

San Francisco

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Additional Locations

Application Instructions

Applicants are required to attach a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Recommended document file formats are Word or PDF.  If there are multiple attachments, we recommend compressing/zipping your files into a zip format file. There is also a place in the application for you to provide a link to large documents. Please submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions.

Application Deadline

For staff positions, screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

EEO Statement

As an educational and cultural institution, California College of the Arts has a responsibility to provide access and opportunities for all people, with special attention to supporting groups historically underrepresented in higher education.