Continued Excellence.
Founded on the principle of creating an experiential learning space that also provides a valuable service to students and the SDSU community, BluePrint has striven to create strong standard of excellence in design, print and promotion. We have built this student-run shop up in part by hiring some of the most talented and hardworking students from the School of Design and we are always looking to bolster our ranks. Apply what you have learned in the classroom in a real-world setting while boosting your resume and earning a paycheck to boot.
Don't take our word for it. See what BluePrint alumni have to say about working here.
Brianna Weber - Class of 2018
"Before working at BluePrint, I hadn't had much graphic design related experience and although it was being introduced in some of my classes, I hadn't gotten a feel for what the field would look like. BluePrint gave me a chance to operate along side other graphic design students in a real-life setting of working with clients on various design projects for campus organizations and have a better understanding of the printing process. Looking back at my time working there, my designs progressively improved and I learned many design skills that I wouldn't have otherwise, and still utilize today."
Current Employer: Sturgis Buffalo Chip
Position: Graphic designer
City: Sturgis
Dominic Heidt - Class of 2017
"Starting as a designer and later moving into a student manager role, BluePrint gave me real experience outside of classes to work with clients, design for events and collaborate with a team of talented designers at an educational and professional level."
Current employer: Red Canary
Position: Graphic designer
City: Denver
Mackenzie Yordy - Class of 2018
"Looking back BluePrint is still one of my favorite parts of my college experience. I learned so much that you simply can't pick up in a class room. Some of the projects from my time with blueprint are still used in my portfolio. They give it the extra touch of color and creative energy BluePrint helps foster."
Current employer: A&J Screening/Park Bench Apparel
Position: Graphic designer/artist
City: Rapid City
Nicole Wyffels - Class of 2018
"BluePrint is a fun and challenging environment to gain real-world experience. During my time there I made lasting friendships, learned many skills and tricks that helped me grow as a designer and was able to add several unique projects to my portfolio that were designed outside the classroom. My experience at BluePrint definitely made me more confident when finding a job after graduation."
Current employer: Merchology
Position: Graphic designer
City: Minnetonka, Minnesota
Tommy Bates - Class of 2019
"BluePrint was my first real graphic design job.
The time I spent there had a large impact on the start of my design career. It helped lead to internships at the SDSU Athletic Department, Lawrence and Schiller, Fresh Produce and a full time job as a graphic designer at Fresh Produce. I’m very thankful and proud to have been part of a great group!"
Current employer: Fresh Produce
Position: Graphic designer
City: Sioux Falls
Brent Chester - Class of 2017
"Working at BluePrint opens you up to experiences you cannot get in the classroom. It provided me with the unique opportunity to work with clients that have an investment in my school and needed a little help in making their ideas speak. The design process is a lot of fun, I learn new things with every project and at the end of the day I got to see my work in use."
Current Employer: The Direnger Research Group
Position: Project support specialist
Justin Carlson - Class of 2020
"I liked working at BluePrint because I could always ask my other co-workers for their feedback on designs. This helped me improve drastically, since I was constantly receiving so much help and opinions. Working at BluePrint also helped me build my portfolio, (I have like five things I made at BP in my portfolio) and it is a valuable line on a resumé. I would 100% recommend BluePrint to any graphic design student looking to improve. "
Current employer: teelaunch
Position: Graphic designer
City: Sioux Falls
Sydney Hausmann - Class of 2020
"Because of the skills I gained during my time at BluePrint, I was able to land my dream job as a graphic designer. I have made lasting friendships and expanded my knowledge of all things printing, which is such a valuable skill to have in the design field."
Current employer: Olive and Company
Position: Graphic designer
City: Minneapolis
Join Our Team.
BluePrint Design and Print Center is always on the lookout for the next great designer to join our team. Because our search is never ending, both our designer and office assistant positions are never closed to new applicants. Positions may be filled for the current academic year, but we still encourage interested students to apply as we keep all applicants on file and review them when positions become available. We look forward to hearing from you.
To apply or search for job postings, click the button below. All SDSU students will automatically have access to Handshake via their MyState credentials. If you have any issues with Handshake, please contact Career Development for further assistance.
BluePrint Positions
BluePrint Graphic Designer: BluePrint student designers are given the opportunity to work in a creative environment that fosters development in the professional design world. Designers are expected to work on deadlines, completing multiple projects and producing quality designs meeting client's needs. Projects may include, but are not limited to, banners, t-stands, posters, promotional materials and business cards.
Employees will also be responsible for coordinating the printing and hanging of promotional materials within the BluePrint advertising spaces. Potential employees should: understand and meet deadlines, have an intermediate knowledge of the Adobe suite, a working knowledge of design concepts/principles, ability to multi-task, customer service and cash handling skills.
BluePrint Office Assistant: BluePrint office assistants are given the opportunity to work in a creative environment that fosters development in the professional design world. Employees will support the design team by managing the day-to-day tasks of the office. Daily tasks may include, customer service, cash handling, logging and billing orders, cleaning and prepping/hanging promotional materials. Qualified candidates will be punctual, reliable and have excellent customer service. A design background is not required, but preferred.
