Student Research Assistant - Graphic and Motion Designer
About the role
Faculty/Department Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance Unit Media, Art, and Performance-Music Employee Group CUPE 2419 CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Student Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic and Motion Designer to support the development of visual materials for an ongoing design project. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in both static graphic design and short-form motion design.
This role involves creating engaging posters, informational visuals, and animated video clips for a website. The designer will work closely with our project team to translate concepts into compelling visual content that enhances user engagement and communicates key project messages.
- Design and develop posters and information graphics for digital and print use,
- Create short, animated clips (motion graphics, infographics, and storytelling videos) for use on websites and digital platforms,
- Collaborate on visual storytelling strategies for design-based research and outreach,
- Ensure visual consistency across materials, maintaining alignment with branding and accessibility standards,
- Work with the team to ideate and design assets related to UI elements, website content, and user flow (UI knowledge is a plus),
- Participate in team meetings as needed to review progress and incorporate feedback.
Position Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro)
- Experience creating motion graphics and short animated videos
- Solid understanding of graphic design principles, typography, and layout
- Ability to create informational posters and design for both print and digital media
- Experience with basic UI/UX design is considered an asset
- Excellent communication and time-management skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Please add your portfolio under “Research Interest/Projects”
Physical Demands Pay Grade As Per CUPE 2419 Salary Range As per CUPE 2419 Collective Agreement Status Casual Work Hours
Hours: Up to 120 hours (approx. 8-12 hrs/week)
From May 1, 2026 to August 30, 2026
Please add your portfolio under “Research Interest/Projects”
Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Casual Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
05/07/2026
Job Close Date
05/13/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
Under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Regulations the University of Regina is required to verify that International Students are eligible to work on campus prior to being hired. To confirm this eligibility, International Students are requested to contact UR International – Student Services to obtain a “Verification of Academic Status for the Eligibility to Work on Campus” letter that must be provided to the hiring manager prior to hiring. These letters must be updated each semester and/or as circumstances change.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
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About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.
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Student Research Assistant - Graphic and Motion Designer
About the role
Faculty/Department Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance Unit Media, Art, and Performance-Music Employee Group CUPE 2419 CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Student Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic and Motion Designer to support the development of visual materials for an ongoing design project. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in both static graphic design and short-form motion design.
This role involves creating engaging posters, informational visuals, and animated video clips for a website. The designer will work closely with our project team to translate concepts into compelling visual content that enhances user engagement and communicates key project messages.
- Design and develop posters and information graphics for digital and print use,
- Create short, animated clips (motion graphics, infographics, and storytelling videos) for use on websites and digital platforms,
- Collaborate on visual storytelling strategies for design-based research and outreach,
- Ensure visual consistency across materials, maintaining alignment with branding and accessibility standards,
- Work with the team to ideate and design assets related to UI elements, website content, and user flow (UI knowledge is a plus),
- Participate in team meetings as needed to review progress and incorporate feedback.
Position Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro)
- Experience creating motion graphics and short animated videos
- Solid understanding of graphic design principles, typography, and layout
- Ability to create informational posters and design for both print and digital media
- Experience with basic UI/UX design is considered an asset
- Excellent communication and time-management skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Please add your portfolio under “Research Interest/Projects”
Physical Demands Pay Grade As Per CUPE 2419 Salary Range As per CUPE 2419 Collective Agreement Status Casual Work Hours
Hours: Up to 120 hours (approx. 8-12 hrs/week)
From May 1, 2026 to August 30, 2026
Please add your portfolio under “Research Interest/Projects”
Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Casual Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
05/07/2026
Job Close Date
05/13/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
Under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Regulations the University of Regina is required to verify that International Students are eligible to work on campus prior to being hired. To confirm this eligibility, International Students are requested to contact UR International – Student Services to obtain a “Verification of Academic Status for the Eligibility to Work on Campus” letter that must be provided to the hiring manager prior to hiring. These letters must be updated each semester and/or as circumstances change.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
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About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.