Art Director

Aalto University Business Students (KY) is looking for an Art Director for 24.8.2026–3.9.2027

Aalto University Business Students (KY) is a student-centered non-profit association that provides its members with services and benefits, student advocacy, and memorable experiences. KY has approximately 5,200 members who study at the Aalto University School of Business. 

We are looking for an Art Director to join us 24.8.2026–3.9.2027. After this period, you have the possibility of continuing to work with us.

The responsibilities of the Art Director include:

• Producing graphic materials for web and print from everyday needs to bigger projects
• Being in charge of the graphic design and layout of KY’s internal and external publications and Kylteri magazine
• Implementing and developing KY’s visual identity and brand 
• Co-operating and supporting KY’s volunteers and office members in graphic design-related matters
• Working together with the KY communications sector and bringing personal vision and fresh ideas to our community’s communications
• Designing prints for clothing and products, such as KY-related merchandise
• Being in charge of determined budget entities

We require from the applicant:

• Fluent spoken and written skills in both Finnish and English 
• Willingness to master the use of relevant software (primarily Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
• Skills and experience with visual design and laying out publications
• Time and project management skills
• Initiative and flexibility
• Team player attitude and ability to work independently
• Interest in student activities

Experience with illustration, photography, budgeting and editorial work are seen as an advantage, as well as web design and video production skills. Experience in KY’s or any student activities is beneficial.

The work at KY offers:

• Opportunities to carry out your own vision and ideas and see the results directly
• Versatile work within the field of graphic design, such as illustration, layout design, brand management, and event marketing
• Experience in project management, budgeting & using financial management tools (Procountor)
• Presentation, management, and recruitment experience
• One-of-a-kind work environment and community

KY is a motivating, dynamic, fun and unique workplace. KY’s employees work closely together with the executive board of KY, volunteers, members and other stakeholder groups. We provide flexibility and freedom in regards to organizing one’s work. KY’s Executive Director is the foreperson of all KY employees.

The post of Art Director is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The general office hours are between 10-16, but flexible starting and ending times are possible. The work is suitable for combining with studies. The main place of work is KY's office in Otaniemi, but Fridays are generally remote.  Occasional additional remote working days are negotiable. The salary is 1797 euros per month. KY offers its employees lunch benefit, sport and culture benefit, 5 days of study permit per study semester, comprehensive occupational health care, and more.

The application letter and CV are to be sent by Monday 23.3.2026 10:00 AM to the Executive Director Aada Hakakoski (recruitment@ky.fi) with the title “Application for Art Director”. You may use either Finnish or English. Once submitted, the applications are reviewed and scored as anonymised, by a group of 3-4 KY Office members. Invitations to interviews are sent out within two weeks after the application period ends. Interviews may include preliminary tasks to help us assess applicants’ skill levels. The final recruitment decision will be made on May 14th by the latest.

For further information about KY as a workplace, the application process or the work position itself, please contact:

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Aada Hakakoski, Executive Director

Phone: +358 500430546

Email: aada.hakakoski@ky.fi

Telegram: @kyexec

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Saana Rauvala, Art Director

Phone: +358 4578717234

Email: saana.rauvala@ky.fi

Telegram: @kyartdirector

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More information about KY can be found at www.ky.fi.