The Graphic Design Assistant Temp will gain valuable experience working with Ascension’s best-in-class designers to create books and merchandise that will one day be in the hands of people across the nation. This role will support the fast-paced Ascension Books and Merchandise team by designing and creating products, organizing files appropriately, and creating marketing materials for our team. 

The ideal candidate is eager to learn and a problem-solver who possesses knowledge of the Catholic faith, has graphic design experience, manages their time well, learns quickly, and can offer 10-29 hours per week.

This job is a temporary position with the potential for hiring.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create marketing images for book and merchandise promotion.
• Collaborate with the design team to create fresh, relevant book covers from the conception stage to completion.
• Typeset and layout full book interiors.
• Work with editorial team to complete proofreading changes on products.
• Package final files for production/print and upload to the necessary channels.

• Create designs for merchandise products, as needed.
• Assist with other design tasks, as needed.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Available for work from October 2025 – May 2026.
• Has a degree in graphic design or similar field.
• Demonstrate experience with graphic design, particularly print design.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the Catholic faith and Ascension’s content.
• Learns quickly.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, remote, and collaborative environment.
• Has at least 1-3 years of graphic design experience.