Graduate Assistant, Marketing and Communications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Write news stories, student profiles, social media posts, press releases, media advisories, community calendar announcements and other promotional content.
• Proof and edit marketing and communications copy to ensure that it adheres to brand voice/tone and AP style.
• Brainstorm with creative team and provide campus and community outreach to identify potential stories, student profiles/testimonials, social media content and other content opportunities.
• Provide assistance with project scheduling and with photo and video shoots.
• Provide design support using Canva for internal flyers and digital signage.
• Support website needs, including website and calendar updates, internal and external communications.
• Support the tracking and additions of student and alumni testimonials.
• Perform typical office work, including campus deliveries, organizing of files, distributing mail, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with strong skills in video production, photography and/or graphic design will be prioritized, as these areas directly support the department’s current content and creative needs.
• Additional preferred qualifications include:
• Natural curiosity, empathy and gratitude when working with university clients
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to learn new tasks quickly and meet deadlines
• Experience providing excellent customer service and building relationships with internal and external audiences
• Ability to maintain a high degree of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Application Materials

• Please submit a resume, cover letter, two writing samples, two social media post samples and link to online portfolio (optional).

Visa Sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Apply

Please note that you must be an enrolled graduate student at Lenoir-Rhyne University to apply for a graduate assistant position.