Federal Work Study: Student Graphic Design & Marketing Assistant
The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
Apply to this job**Federal Work-Study eligible students only**
Department Overview:
As the largest department of religious studies at a public university, we embody the fragile proposition that informed participation in pluralist societies requires understanding religious worlds. Our faculty is uncommonly diverse, trained in many languages, traditions, and fields. It is also uncommonly pluralist in the range of research and teaching methods we employ; our curriculum includes courses taught through historical, philological, ethnographic, theological, philosophical, comparative, and literary approaches.
More information about the Department can be found on our website: https://religiousstudies.as.virginia.edu/, or stop by our administrative office on the third floor.
Pay rate: $16.50/hr
Anticipated start date: 8/31/2026
Work Location: South Lawn, Gibson Hall
Core Responsibilities
The Religious Studies department is seeking a student with graphic design experience to support the department's communication and outreach efforts. Responsibilities will include designing promotional materials, creating graphics for events and social media, and assisting with updates to digital and print publications. This position is paid hourly and is on an as needed basis.
Design promotional materials for the department website and other digital platforms.
Create graphics to promote upcoming events.
Assist with updating and maintaining digital and print publications.
Assist with website updates and troubleshoot issues as needed.
Desired Skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Basic understanding of website quality assurance.
Comfortable cropping and optimizing images for digital use.
Strong written communication and problem-solving skills.
Interest in graphic design, marketing, communications, and/or digital media.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Second-, third-, or fourth-year undergraduate student enrolled full-time at UVA.
Religious Studies major preferred.
Good academic standing.
Federal Work-Study eligibility is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Summary
Assist with graphic design, digital, print media, and website updates for university department.
Job title
Student Graphic Design & Marketing Assistant
Experience level
undergraduate
Industry
education
Location requirements
On-site in Charlottesville, VA, remote work not specified.
Salary
$16.50/hr
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Charlottesville, VA, USA