About this role
Job Description Position Summary: The Junior Graphic Designer will support the Small Flocks Collaborative, a USDA-funded outreach and education initiative focused on poultry health, biosecurity, and preparedness. This position is responsible for developing visual content, branding materials, infographics, social media graphics, and website resources that support educational outreach efforts.
The position works closely with project team members to create clear, engaging, and accessible materials for diverse audiences. This is a temporary hourly position with variable hours based on project needs and available funding. The position is expected to continue through August 31, 2026, contingent upon funding and project needs. Additional extension opportunities may be available.
• Full Consideration Date: 7 days from posting date
• At the CSU Veterinary Health System, animals and the people who care for them are at the heart of everything we do. Every decision we make reflects our commitment to those who trust us with their animals’ health. That focus inspires us to deliver expert veterinary services, support veterinary education and training, and advance groundbreaking research.
We show up every day with passion, eagerness to collaborate, and a drive to redefine what’s possible. Our deep partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences amplifies our impact, enabling us to boldly innovate and share knowledge widely.
Essential Job Duties:
• Develop and maintain visual branding, graphic standards, and design assets for the Small Flocks Collaborative.
• Create infographics, educational materials, social media graphics, presentations, and promotional content.
• Incorporate feedback from project team members throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with project staff to support website content and visual communication needs.
• Apply accessibility and usability best practices to digital and print materials.
• Assist with maintaining brand consistency across project resources and outreach platforms.
Conditions of Employment:
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
• Valid Driver’s License - Must possess or obtain a valid driver’s license by the employment start date and maintain such in good standing for duration of active employment.
• Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
• Shift Work - CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory does not follow standard University Holiday Schedule due to the nature of the business. Monday through Friday is typical schedule but rotation of holidays is required and occasional Saturdays needed.
• On-call Status - In the event of an emergency is declared by the Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Director, needed to meet NAHLN requirements, overtime work or work outside normal operating ours will be required.
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - Exposure to formalin & formalin-fixed tissues. This position handles samples that may contain infectious agents and must follow PPE guidelines and appropriate standard operating procedures.
• Special Requirements/Other - Must safely lift and carry items that weigh up to 50lbs. May be required to be rabies vaccinated upon hire and maintain protective titers (blood drawn on a schedule determined by CSU Occupational Health to evaluate status).
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Supervision:
• No formal supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in any field
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience using graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Canva, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated ability to develop professional visual communication materials.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Salary Range $17.00 per hour Required Application Documents To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Cover Letter, Resume/CV Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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