Creative Jobs in Utah
Creative jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and St. George, where employers like Adobe, Instructure, and Ancestry hire across graphic design, UX and product design, and content creation at levels from entry-level studio roles to senior creative directors. Utah's growing tech corridor along the Wasatch Front has made it one of the more active markets for in-house creative talent, with agencies and consumer brands competing for the same skill sets. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description
Position: Creative Arts Specialist
Responsible To: Camp Programs Coordinator
Classification: Seasonal Staff Member
Camp Location: Camp Cloud Rim or Trefoil Ranch
Job Purpose
This position plays a key role in upholding the mission of Girl Scouts of Utah by modeling respect, integrity, and service, prioritizing camper well-being, and contributing to a collaborative, camp-wide culture. When not serving as Creative Art Specialist, this position supports general camp operations, demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and a readiness to assist wherever needed to provide a memorable and meaningful camp experience for all.
Job Accountabilities
- Plan, develop, and manage a quality art program for all campers.
o Teach staff their art area responsibilities during staff training.
o Write program outlines and lesson plans that allow for progression of activities and accomplish specific program goals.
o Instruct and enforce all safety rules relating to the art areas.
o Encourage creativity among campers and staff.
o Train on basic art skills, including ceramics (hand building and use of a wheel), drawing, and painting.
o Keep an inventory of the program closet and art supplies; order additional supplies as needed.
o Manage all art supply and equipment requests.
o Teach and monitor the proper use of equipment (including pottery wheels and kilns); report broken or missing equipment in a timely manner.
o Set up the art areas during staff training and break them down at the end of the season.
o Complete weekly and end-of-season reports.
- Manage health and safety conditions in the art areas.
o Verify the first aid kit is properly stocked with supplies.
o Report and document accidents and incidents promptly.
o Ensure safety and cleanliness of the art rooms, program closet, darkroom, and all supplies and other equipment.
o Confirm art areas meet all health and safety standards.
o Complete daily art program log.
o Ensure and manage safe usage of kilns.
- Work with the Program Coordinator to plan and provide a quality art program for all campers.
o Assist in teaching staff their art area responsibilities during staff training.
o Write program outlines and lesson plans that allow for progression of activities and accomplish specific program goals.
o Train and enforce all safety rules.
o Encourage creativity among campers and staff.
o Teach basic art skills, including wood shop (hand building and use of a lathe and other power tools), drawing and painting, and age appropriate arts and crafts.
o Instruct and monitor the proper use of equipment (including lathes and other power tools); report broken or missing equipment in a timely manner.
o Help set up the art areas during staff training and break them down at the end of the season.
- When not managing the art program, participate in general camp program and operations.
o Assist with unit and camp housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.
o Help with weekly camper check in/out.
o Support camp-wide programs including workshops, all camps, campfire programs, camper’s choice activities, and flag ceremonies.
o Attend and participate in staff training and the closing of camp.
o Eat meals with the campers and supervise clean up after meals.
- Understand and implement safety guidelines and standards as outlined by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association, and any state and local codes.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- FOR CLOUD RIM: Have the knowledge and ability to teach skills in ceramics (including safe wheel and kiln usage), drawing, painting, and other crafts and fine arts.
- Possess good organizational, leadership, and teaching skills:
o Ability to schedule and manage time, resources, and people.
o Strong decision making skills while exercising good judgment.
o Six weeks experience in a management or supervisory role is required (six months is preferred).
- Spanish-English bilingual communication skills are valued but not required.
- Prior Girl Scout experience is preferred but not required.
Qualifications for All Positions at GSU Summer Camp
- Have or be willing to obtain Red Cross First Aid & CPR Certifications or the equivalent.
- Hold or be willing to obtain a Utah Food Handlers’ Permit.
- Capable of following directions from Team Leaders, adhering to policies, and following camp procedures.
- Ability to engage in effective, interactive, two-way communication with campers ages 6–17, including providing clear verbal instructions, actively listening, and responding appropriately to their needs and questions.
- Effectively communicate and engage in interactive, two-way communication with groups of adults, including providing clear verbal instructions, actively listening, and responding appropriately to questions and feedback.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Respond appropriately in a crisis situation.
- Complete the council required health forms and documentation to ensure the well-being of living and working in an outdoor camp setting.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to bend down and move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies (up to 50 pounds).
- Ability to walk, stand, and work on feet up to 12 to 14 hours a day, including walking upwards of 10,000 steps a day on uneven, unpaved, very steep terrain.
- Capable of living and working in a high elevation (up to 9200’) and outdoor setting.
- Have visual/auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.
Core Competencies
- Business First Mindset
- Leadership and Stewardship
- Strong Communicator
- Relational Intelligence
- Social Justice and Inclusion (DEI)
- Customer Focused
- Alignment with Girl Scouts of Utah’s Mission
Camp Staff Role in Mission Efforts
- Represent Girl Scouts of Utah positively and professionally in all interactions with campers, families, volunteers, community members, and potential donors.
- Collaborate with staff, volunteers, families, and community partners to support shared goals and positive outcomes.
- Model the values and principles of the Girl Scout Movement, regardless of personal beliefs, by demonstrating respect, integrity, inclusivity, and a commitment to a safe and supportive environment.
- Prioritize the needs of girls, families, and volunteers, ensuring every camper has a meaningful, positive, and mission-centered experience.
Job Description
Position: Creative Arts Specialist
Responsible To: Camp Programs Coordinator
Classification: Seasonal Staff Member
Camp Location: Camp Cloud Rim or Trefoil Ranch
Job Purpose
This position plays a key role in upholding the mission of Girl Scouts of Utah by modeling respect, integrity, and service, prioritizing camper well-being, and contributing to a collaborative, camp-wide culture. When not serving as Creative Art Specialist, this position supports general camp operations, demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and a readiness to assist wherever needed to provide a memorable and meaningful camp experience for all.
Job Accountabilities
- Plan, develop, and manage a quality art program for all campers.
o Teach staff their art area responsibilities during staff training.
o Write program outlines and lesson plans that allow for progression of activities and accomplish specific program goals.
o Instruct and enforce all safety rules relating to the art areas.
o Encourage creativity among campers and staff.
o Train on basic art skills, including ceramics (hand building and use of a wheel), drawing, and painting.
o Keep an inventory of the program closet and art supplies; order additional supplies as needed.
o Manage all art supply and equipment requests.
o Teach and monitor the proper use of equipment (including pottery wheels and kilns); report broken or missing equipment in a timely manner.
o Set up the art areas during staff training and break them down at the end of the season.
o Complete weekly and end-of-season reports.
- Manage health and safety conditions in the art areas.
o Verify the first aid kit is properly stocked with supplies.
o Report and document accidents and incidents promptly.
o Ensure safety and cleanliness of the art rooms, program closet, darkroom, and all supplies and other equipment.
o Confirm art areas meet all health and safety standards.
o Complete daily art program log.
o Ensure and manage safe usage of kilns.
- Work with the Program Coordinator to plan and provide a quality art program for all campers.
o Assist in teaching staff their art area responsibilities during staff training.
o Write program outlines and lesson plans that allow for progression of activities and accomplish specific program goals.
o Train and enforce all safety rules.
o Encourage creativity among campers and staff.
o Teach basic art skills, including wood shop (hand building and use of a lathe and other power tools), drawing and painting, and age appropriate arts and crafts.
o Instruct and monitor the proper use of equipment (including lathes and other power tools); report broken or missing equipment in a timely manner.
o Help set up the art areas during staff training and break them down at the end of the season.
- When not managing the art program, participate in general camp program and operations.
o Assist with unit and camp housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.
o Help with weekly camper check in/out.
o Support camp-wide programs including workshops, all camps, campfire programs, camper’s choice activities, and flag ceremonies.
o Attend and participate in staff training and the closing of camp.
o Eat meals with the campers and supervise clean up after meals.
- Understand and implement safety guidelines and standards as outlined by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association, and any state and local codes.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- FOR CLOUD RIM: Have the knowledge and ability to teach skills in ceramics (including safe wheel and kiln usage), drawing, painting, and other crafts and fine arts.
- Possess good organizational, leadership, and teaching skills:
o Ability to schedule and manage time, resources, and people.
o Strong decision making skills while exercising good judgment.
o Six weeks experience in a management or supervisory role is required (six months is preferred).
- Spanish-English bilingual communication skills are valued but not required.
- Prior Girl Scout experience is preferred but not required.
Qualifications for All Positions at GSU Summer Camp
- Have or be willing to obtain Red Cross First Aid & CPR Certifications or the equivalent.
- Hold or be willing to obtain a Utah Food Handlers’ Permit.
- Capable of following directions from Team Leaders, adhering to policies, and following camp procedures.
- Ability to engage in effective, interactive, two-way communication with campers ages 6–17, including providing clear verbal instructions, actively listening, and responding appropriately to their needs and questions.
- Effectively communicate and engage in interactive, two-way communication with groups of adults, including providing clear verbal instructions, actively listening, and responding appropriately to questions and feedback.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Respond appropriately in a crisis situation.
- Complete the council required health forms and documentation to ensure the well-being of living and working in an outdoor camp setting.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to bend down and move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies (up to 50 pounds).
- Ability to walk, stand, and work on feet up to 12 to 14 hours a day, including walking upwards of 10,000 steps a day on uneven, unpaved, very steep terrain.
- Capable of living and working in a high elevation (up to 9200’) and outdoor setting.
- Have visual/auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.
Core Competencies
- Business First Mindset
- Leadership and Stewardship
- Strong Communicator
- Relational Intelligence
- Social Justice and Inclusion (DEI)
- Customer Focused
- Alignment with Girl Scouts of Utah’s Mission
Camp Staff Role in Mission Efforts
- Represent Girl Scouts of Utah positively and professionally in all interactions with campers, families, volunteers, community members, and potential donors.
- Collaborate with staff, volunteers, families, and community partners to support shared goals and positive outcomes.
- Model the values and principles of the Girl Scout Movement, regardless of personal beliefs, by demonstrating respect, integrity, inclusivity, and a commitment to a safe and supportive environment.
- Prioritize the needs of girls, families, and volunteers, ensuring every camper has a meaningful, positive, and mission-centered experience.
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What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in creative jobs across Utah.
- Portfolio demonstrating relevant creative work across multiple formats or mediums
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, communications, or a related field
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Experience collaborating with marketing, product, or editorial teams on creative projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting concepts to stakeholders
- Familiarity with digital production workflows and file preparation for print and web
Creative Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a creative in Utah?
Most creative roles in Utah do not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and portfolio development. Employers along the Wasatch Front typically expect a bachelor's degree in graphic design, communications, UX, or a related discipline from programs at the University of Utah, Brigham Young University, or Utah Valley University. Building a portfolio through internships, freelance projects, or student work and targeting in-house roles at Utah's tech and consumer brands is the most direct route.
Which companies hire creatives in Utah?
Utah creative roles are posted by Pattern, Cricut, and Studio McGee and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utah's tech industry and direct-to-consumer brands generate consistent creative demand, particularly for in-house design, brand, and content teams.
Which Utah cities have the most creative jobs?
Lehi, Draper, and Park City have the most creative openings in Utah. Salt Lake City anchors the market as the state's largest metro with headquarters for major tech, media, and healthcare brands, while Provo benefits from the cluster of software and ed-tech companies in Utah County, and other hubs reflect the presence of regional employers and expanding suburban offices.
Are there remote creative jobs in Utah?
Yes, and more than most fields. Creative work is well suited to remote arrangements because much of the output, such as design files, copy, and digital assets, is delivered digitally. About 86% of creative openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand from Utah-based tech companies that have embraced distributed teams. Roles in brand strategy, content creation, and UX design are the most consistently remote-eligible.
How can I get hired as a creative in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or junior role at one of the many in-house creative teams at Utah tech or consumer companies. Adobe, Instructure, and regional advertising agencies in Salt Lake City regularly bring on entry-level designers and content coordinators. Adjacent roles like marketing coordinator or production assistant can also provide a foothold. A tight, well-organized portfolio, even built from student or freelance projects, carries more weight with Utah employers than years of experience alone.
Where can I find and apply to creative jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to creative jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings across design, content, UX, and related creative roles. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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