Study - Design Project Assistant

Special Instructions

Important Eligibility Notice: This position is funded through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package.

• International Students: Due to federal regulations, international students are not eligible for FWS positions. We encourage you to apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board.

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at  or by email jobs
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THIS VACANCY REQUIRES:
1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications.
2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

• Job Title: Work Study - Design Project Assistant
• Campus: DMACC
• Job Number: 27-W18
• Employment Date: As soon as possible
• Job Category: Student Positions
• Contact: Heather Sumners-Purdy at hvpurdy or
• Salary: $12.50 per hour

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

• Assist faculty and students in the Graphic Design Work Lab by providing project support and maintaining a productive studio environment.
• Support the development and production of departmental design projects, including campus signage, environmental graphics, vehicle wraps, promotional materials, and special event graphics.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain digital and physical project files, templates, and production assets.
• Assist with print production tasks including proofing, trimming, mounting, assembling presentations, and preparing files for vendors.
• Maintain studio equipment, workstations, inventory, and supplies to ensure the lab remains organized and operational.
• Troubleshoot basic software, hardware, and file-preparation issues for students and faculty.
• Assist with photography, mockups, presentations, and portfolio preparation activities.
• Support faculty with administrative tasks including data entry, material preparation, copying, scanning, and project documentation.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently.
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact positively with students, faculty, staff, and vendors.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management and planning abilities.
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and standard computer operations.

None specified.

20 hours per week. Hours between 8:00am–4:00pm, Monday – Friday.

• Posting Date: 07/13/2026
• Deadline: 08/06/2027
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Des Moines Area Community College shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or parental/marital status. Veterans  status is included where permitted by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the ADA Coordinator.

Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education.