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Graphic Designer

Application deadline: April 15th, 2009

Graphic Design Application (PDF)

Overview of Volunteer Services Board

VSB’s mission is to inspire, provide, promote and expand volunteerism at Boise State University for the purpose of developing active community members via direct service and social issues education.

Term of Office: July 2009 - May 2010

Supervisor: VSB Director

Benefits

• $340 monthly stipend
• Upgrade your resume
• Enhance your graphic design and advertising skills
• Enhance leadership and project management skills
• Make a difference on campus and in the community
• Gain an extensive knowledge and understanding of Boise State University
• Meet new people (faculty, staff, other students, and community leaders)
• Develop lasting friendships and memories!

Requirements & Time Commitments

• Must attend weekly VSB staff meetings for 2009-2010
• Must work approximately 15 hours per week during 2009-2010
• Must participate in summer staff training sessions on campus
• Must participate in mid-year staff assessment sessions
• Must participate in Student Leader Summit in McCall
• Must attend all scheduled Service Saturday programs and educational programs during awareness weeks
• Must participate in all fundraising activities
• Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.25 on a 4.00 scale
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits for entire tenure as a Graphic  Designer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to use HTML and web-based languages
• Advertising experience and design layout
• Boise State Graphic Design Major
• Interest in volunteerism
• Dedication and good work ethic
• Enthusiasm

• Basic Responsibilities

• Manage VSB’s general event promotions 
• Produce advertising and promotional materials (type set, layout, design, and printing) at the request of the staff
• Ensure that the VSB logo, website, and contact information are used on all VSB promotions
• Maintain a high standard in all work created, which will represent VSB
• Ensure that all work is created by the time agreed by the staff and the designer
• Keep current on files on all promotions created for each event
• Take the initiative in gathering and organizing promotions
• Maintain all needed accessibility statements on promotional materials
• Ensure that promotions policies and procedures are properly followed
• Maintain the VSB website current with events and programs; and trouble shoot and correct website problems
• Must participate in all fundraising activities
• Serve as VSB photographer and video-recorder at VSB events
• Keep track of all expenses used for promotions
• Participate in all VSB programs to support the TEAM
• Maintain a notebook that describes all efforts done through the tenure of office
• Other duties as assigned 

Application Process

Application Deadline: March 31, 2009

1. Before applying, read the position description(s) thoroughly and determine if you really want to commit.
2. Keep the Job Description(s) portion.
3. Return in person or via mail, your completed application form (with your typed cover letter and resume attached) to the Student Activities Office (1st floor, Student Union Building, across from the ASBSU Office).

Interview Process

1. Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be contacted to set up an interview.
2. Interviews will take place April 2009.
3. The interview will last about 30 minutes.
4. You will be interviewed by the VSB Selection Committee (consisting of 5 or more individuals).
5. A decision will be made and you will be contacted in late April via e-mail or phone.

9 Steps to A Successful Interview
1. Read the position description thoroughly!
2. Research
3. Anticipate Questions: Know yourself and market yourself. Be honest with your answers. No canned answers!
4. Dress appropriately!
5. Arrive on time!
6. Relax! Be yourself, and have fun. The interviewers are here to help you succeed.
7. Be prepared to ask questions!
8. Leave a positive impression.
9. Write a Thank You e-mail after the interview.

Upon Being Hired (specific dates will be updated and emailed to applicants.)

1. The position(s) is scheduled to start July 2009.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:

Mahi Takazawa (VSB Advisor)
2nd Floor, Student Organization Complex (next to the Cultural Center)
mahitakazawa@boisestate.edu
426-2877
426-1391 (fax)

Check out VSB’s website for more info: http://vsb.boisestate.edu

Thank you for your interest!