Athletic Media and Graphic Design Graduate Assistant

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Graduate Assistant for Athletics Game Experience Graphic Design and Display

Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person

and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age
students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic
community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent
academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty,
staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to
make a difference in their world through lifelong service.

The University seeks a Graduate Assistant for Athletics Game Experience Graphic Design and Display
on the main campus. Graduate Assistant appointments are made in collaboration with the Vice President of
GPS and the Coordinator of Athletic Development. This position is 20 hours per week and is a full tuition
benefit extending through the duration of the student’s Master’s program. Stipends, textbooks, and computers

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Graduate Assistant for Athletics Game Experience Graphic Design and Display

Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person

and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age
students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic
community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent
academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty,
staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to
make a difference in their world through lifelong service.

The University seeks a Graduate Assistant for Athletics Game Experience Graphic Design and Display
on the main campus. Graduate Assistant appointments are made in collaboration with the Vice President of
GPS and the Coordinator of Athletic Development. This position is 20 hours per week and is a full tuition
benefit extending through the duration of the student’s Master’s program. Stipends, textbooks, and computers
are not provided as part of the assistantship.

Qualifications:

The ability to prepare/present and display creative ideas and concepts for creative team
Desire to work with Kokosing Videoboard creation, development and display for athletic events.
Create several concurrent projects and work with a given deadline for media and graphic design.
A developed prowess for all elements of design and layout, with attention to specific marketing and branding
criteria.
Basic desire to gain an upper hand in public display of graphic creation.
A strong work ethic to be part of a fast-paced, team-oriented group with its purpose to enhance fan interaction
and current loyalty program.
Strong knowledge of Adobe Suite, Canva, Creative Engine, CAPCUT as well as graphic video creation.

Responsibilities:
Assist with filming, creation and proposal layout and edits for Kokosing Videoboards
Create several concurrent projects and work within a given deadline.
Use your talent to independently develop specified graphics and coordinate with the Game Management and
Experience personnel.
Be a member of a small team that MUST work as one.
Update, create, and develop graphics and schedules for the PAW PERKS loyalty app
Create graphics for the National Championship Drive “Thankful Thursday”.
Supervise and run Kokosing Videoboards during athletic contests within Ariel Arena
Create, develop and produce in partnership with the OHSAA for our hosting of state tournaments
Assist in brainstorming concepts for upcoming projects.
Assist and coordinate in potential
Assist the Game Experience and Management GA as needed on specific game related duties
Other duties as assigned.
Assist with coordinating workers to assist with graphics as well as game experience opportunities

Expectations for the successful candidate:
• Bachelor degree or equivalent;
• Acceptance into a MVNU Graduate program;
• Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience and mission fit;
• Must be capable of sitting, walking or standing for long periods of time, frequent use of stairs, ability to

lift 25 pounds.

To be considered for this position, please email a resume to humanresources@mvnu.edu and complete the application,
found at: http://mvnu.edu/jobs/application. Applicants submitting materials via email should attach either a Microsoft Word
or .PDF File. Alternatively, materials can be faxed to (740-397-1005), or mailed to:

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Attention: Human Resources
800 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Professional and personal references are required, consistent with the responsibilities associated with this position. A
background check will be performed prior to appointment. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully
discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its
employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene,
the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to
achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition of employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the
Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance therewith.

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