Junior Designer Supervisor PTS

Associated Students, Inc. at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is a non-profit corporation focused on student engagement and support. The Junior Designer Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Junior Designer needs within the ASI Marketing, Design, and Public Relations department, ensuring design standards are maintained and projects are managed efficiently. Responsibilities - Adapts and prepares designs for print, social media, and digital applications - Assist in photography selection and manipulation, including masking, resizing, recoloring, etc - Assist with developing original marketing assets - Assist with design updates and edits - Prepare mockups for merchandise and production needs - Prepares artwork for proofing and production - Maintains and encourages proper application of ASI’s visual brand identity - Work with Production team to resolve production artwork issues - Provide creative insight for projects related to print, experiential, environmental, social media, and digital media - Prepares artwork for presentations and pitches - Performs other duties as assigned - Assists in interviewing, onboarding, and training new staff - Maintain organizational file structure for all design related files - Communicate with requestors, clients, and senior designers to complete projects - Participate in and occasionally lead team meetings - Manages the Junior Designers’ schedules - Provides customer service to clients in need of graphic design - Prepares Junior Design Team weekly meeting agendas and documents meetings - Take part in regular professional development trainings - Assist in the development of training and learning modules - Responsible for managing and assigning projects to the Junior Designers - Responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the Junior Designers - Responsible for reviewing and approving timecards - Assists Design Coordinator with various projects - Work closely with Senior Designers and Junior Designers to complete assignments - Provides administrative support - Assist in providing performance reviews for the Junior Designers - Assist in providing consultation with clients and offering creative design solutions - Collaborates directly with the Production, Operations, and Brand Ambassador teams on producing print and other assets for all in-house creative requests Skills - Six months of supervisory experience preferred - Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus - Experience in the creation of graphic design (either client or academic based) a plus - Ability to work in a cross-platform environment (MAC and PC) - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word - Self-motivated with strong organizational and critical thinking skills - Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet and other computer applications in use - Ability to successfully complete tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment - Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions - Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing - Ability to maintain professional work conduct - Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations - Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively and work productively without close supervision - Ability to lead and mentor others - Sharp attention to detail - Ability to manage time in a demanding, deadline-driven environment - Demonstrated ability to provide friendly and pleasant customer-oriented service - Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community - Ability to satisfactorily complete a background check (including a criminal records check) - Preferred to have completed or to be enrolled in the following classes: VCD 1311A Foundations in Drawing 1, VCD 1321A Foundations in 2D Design, VCD 1341A Foundations in 4D Design, VCD 1312A Foundations in Drawing 2, VCD 1331A - Foundations in 3D Design, VCD 1351A - Foundations in 5D Design - Skilled in traditional illustration media, 3D, and/or photography a plus Company Overview - Associated Students, Inc. It was founded in 1963, and is headquartered in Pomona, CA, US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://asi.cpp.edu/.