MultiMedia and Marketing Assistant

About the Department

The Center for the Study of Race, Politics and Culture (CSRPC) at the University of Chicago is a hub of research and an incubator of anti-racist practice. We advance scholarship, arts, and public dialogue about the centrality of race and racism in the systems we inhabit. We believe in the possibilities of:

• A just campus, city, and world
• People working across disciplines, intersecting identities, geographies, and ways of knowing
• Relationships where everyone is both student and teacher
• Spaces of growth, compassion, respect, freedom, and joy

About the Role

The Multimedia and Marketing Assistant is a communications professional who supports the Center for the Study of Race, Politics and Culture (CSRPC) in maintaining and enhancing its digital and public presence. Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Program Administrator, the Assistant helps plan, prepare, and disseminate information about Center programs through social media, the website, newsletters, and other digital channels. This role provides routine technical and audiovisual support for in-person and virtual events, including afternoon and evening programs, under moderate to high levels of guidance and direction. This position may be based in Chicago or fulfilled remotely, with occasional off-campus attendance at Center events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and disseminates information about CSRPC programs, events, and initiatives through the internet, social media, and other digital channels.
• Videotapes and/or photographs Center events held both on and off campus, and assists with organizing and maintaining related media files.
• Manages routine updates to the Center’s YouTube and/or Vimeo channels, including uploading, titling, and organizing video content under established standards.
• Assists with updating media content across the Center’s website and social media platforms, ensuring information is accurate and timely, using existing templates and procedures.
• Supports event publicity efforts by helping to prepare and distribute physical and digital flyers and posters, and by posting approved content to relevant channels.
• Provides audiovisual and logistical support for live events, including Zoom meeting setup, recording, live-streaming assistance, and onsite coordination for afternoon and evening events as directed.
• Assists with the production and distribution of the Center’s weekly newsletter, including basic content gathering, layout support, and mailing list maintenance.
• Provides general event support, including room setup, attendee registration, guest assistance, and post-event breakdown.
• Helps design and compile the Center’s annual reports and other public-facing documents by assisting with layout, basic data visualization, and image selection under the guidance of senior staff.
• Creates simple promotional materials for Center events and broader outreach campaigns, using approved branding and templates.
• Maintains existing digital and social media accounts, including routine website and social content maintenance, and may help identify new and emerging social media outlets for communicating with specific audiences.
• Gathers and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs, accomplishments, or point of view.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Requirements

• College or university degree in a related field.
• Knowledge and skills developed through less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in social and digital media, marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Experience supporting events, including providing basic technical support for Zoom or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with photography, video recording, or basic multimedia production in an academic, cultural, or community-focused setting.

Skills

• Familiarity with social media platforms, such as Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, and Vimeo, and an interest in learning analytics and scheduling tools.
• Basic skills in video recording, photography, and simple editing tools.
• Familiarity with web content management systems and newsletter/email platforms, or willingness to learn.
• Introductory knowledge of layout and design tools and data visualization concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow established workflows, templates, and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with guidance and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset and open to contributing ideas while remaining receptive to feedback and direction from supervisors.
• Comfort working some afternoon and evening hours to support events.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, faculty, and students.
• Ability to operate effectively in both remote and on-campus environments.

Working Conditions

• Work on campus in Chicago and remotely, depending on project needs.
• Occasional evening and weekend work to support Center events.
• Occasional travel to off-campus event sites for media coverage and event support.
• Carry light equipment such as cameras, tripods, and promotional materials.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $22.00 - $25.00

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.