This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta.
This position has a term length of 6 months.
Location - This is a fully remote position.
Position Summary
This role is for current U of A students.
Operating within External Relations, the Brand team focuses on building the U of A’s reputation through stewarding a strong visual identity and applying it to marketing and communications materials across the university.
The team is looking to add two part-time students at approximately 20 hours per week per student to support users of the External Relations Marketing on Demand program with graphic design assistance. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver small, simple, graphic design-related requests in adherence with the U of A’s brand guidelines and specifically within the Canva platform. The role will be client-focused and require a successful candidate to approach requests with timeliness, collaboration and the application of consistent design standards. Hours are flexible.
The Vice-President - External Relations leads the University of Alberta’s efforts to enhance and protect its reputation locally, nationally, and globally. This role oversees the development and execution of strategic initiatives that shape how internal and external audiences perceive the university.
With a focus on communication, engagement, and relationship-building, the Vice-President provides leadership for Communications and Marketing, Alumni Relations, Advancement, and Government and Community Relations. These teams collaborate to support the university’s brand, foster donor and alumni engagement, and establish strong connections with public and community partners.
Through these coordinated efforts, the Vice-President - External Relations ensures the university’s image, influence, and impact are advanced in alignment with its mission, values, and long-term goals.
Graphic Design in Canva: requests will utilize established layouts and include finessing client work, resizing designs, and assembling designs using client-provided text/photo/graphic assets. Across all projects, the Design Assistant must maintain the university’s visual identity standards.
Project Coordination: manage and proactively communicate project phases, timelines, and any scope adjustments with supervisors and clients.
Client Management: During an active request, the Design Assistant will be responsible for direct communication with the client. This includes communicating asset suitability, edit cycles, and change needs.
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Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Alberta
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1 year of formal or informal experience creating designs in Canva, including a foundational understanding of file formats and text/image settings
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Basic understanding of visual identity and how to apply brand guidelines to design assets
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Strong communication skills (written and oral)
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Ability to meet strict deadlines and prioritize work effectively
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Demonstrated attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
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Customer service orientation
Application Instructions
Click "Apply Now" to submit your cover letter, resume and examples of past design work (optional).
This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
