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STUDENT-Digital and Design Student Assistant

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Aug 2026

💰 $32,000/yr

About the role

The Digital and Design Student Assistant will aid the instructors of three to four concurrently running Digital Design oriented courses: ART 12000 2-D Design; ART 22500; Graphic Design I; ART 325/32700 Graphic Design II/III and ART 28000 Digital Studio in and out of class sessions.

Requirements:

The Digital and Design Student Assistant is an Art Major, Art Minor, or Graphic Design Minor who has completed ART 12000 and 22500 and proves strong familiarity with Gannett 129 Digital Lab processes and protocols. Preference given to those who have also completed ART 32500 and/or 28000.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Digital and Design Student Assistant supports the instructors in and out of class sessions, helps with demonstration preparation, and helps keep a safe, clean, and well-organized studio environment. The SA shows responsible and safe use of digital equipment (and analog equipment for those assisting ART 12000. Knowledge of cameras and some software skills required (knowledge of printers, scanners, software/creative suite).

Duties include routine cleaning and maintenance of Digital Studio Gannett 129, general instructional support and assisting with inventory management and instructional materials. The SA may help faculty prepare course materials, assist with classroom activities, library research and image search. Additionally, they will respectfully engage with students during class time, possibly mentor students, and host tutoring sessions outside of class. Reliability, clear communication, and strong attention to studio and equipment safety are essential.

Hiring Manager: Emily Walsh

Hiring rate: $16.15/hr

Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the I-9 and employment eligibility requirements. You will need to bring your original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to your designated representative or The Office of Human Resources (Peggy Ryan Williams Center, Garden Level) to complete the form. More about acceptable documentation can be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acce... Please note that photos or copies will not be accepted.

For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.

For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.

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