Student Assistant Manual

Editorial Design

Student assistant manual opened to a red and white graphic spread

PROJECT BRIEF

Designing SM&C’s Student Assistant Manual

I designed an internal manual for CSUN’s Student Marketing & Communications (SM&C) team, bringing key information into one organized, easy-to-use resource. From day-to-day responsibilities and office procedures to quick-reference guides, the manual helps student assistants find what they need and navigate their work with confidence.

The design challenge was to make information-heavy content feel approachable without stepping outside CSUN’s brand guidelines. I used the university’s red, black, and gray palette and ATC Overlook typography, paired with bold editorial layouts and simple icons, to establish a clear visual hierarchy. The result is a practical guide that feels cohesive, engaging, and easy to navigate.

CSUNRedRGB: 210, 32, 48
CMYK: 0, 85, 77, 18
HEX: #D22030
BlackRGB: 0, 0, 0
CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 100
HEX: #000000
MediumGrayRGB: 169, 171, 169
CMYK: 1, 0, 1, 33
HEX: #A9ABA9

ATC Overlook

ATC Overlook Bold

Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff Gg Hh Ii Jj Kk Ll Mm Nn Oo
Pp Qq Rr Ss Tt Uu Vv Ww Xx Yy Zz

Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff Gg Hh Ii Jj Kk Ll Mm Nn Oo
Pp Qq Rr Ss Tt Uu Vv Ww Xx Yy Zz

Overview of the student manual interior spreads
Booklet mockup featuring a table of contents
Booklet mockup with red graphical editorial pages
Booklet mockup with roles and responsibilities
Booklet mockup with A+ student resources
Booklet mockup with office policies and procedures
Booklet mockup with warning icon and cursor illustration