Study - Design Project Assistant

Work Study
- Design Project Assistant

Position Details

Job Title
- Work Study
- Design Project Assistant

Campus
- Ankeny Campus, IA

Job Number - 27-W18

Employment Date
- As soon as possible.

Job Category
- Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call
- Heather Sumners-Purdy at hvpurdy or .

Salary Information - $12.50 per hour.

Job Summary
- 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.

Essential Functions
- 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.

Required Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Responsible, dependable, and capable of working 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, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office and standard computer operations.

Desired Qualifications

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

Posting Date - 07/13/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications - 08/06/2027

Open Until Filled
- Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
- Important Eligibility Notice:
This position is strictly 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 highly encourage you to browse and apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board, which do not carry this federal restriction. 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.

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.

Quicklink - /15084

Nondiscrimination Statement:
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status.

Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean's office, the Executive Academic Deans' office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

ADA questions and concerns may be…