Student Assistant- Marketing and Events

About the role

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited, university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks a Student Assistant . SFBU’s mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good. At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan at https://www.sfbu.edu/strategic-plan . Position Overview We are seeking a creative and driven Marketing and Events Assistant to support the Student Affairs team. The role provides an excellent opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in marketing, social media, and event management while contributing to San Francisco Bay University’s marketing efforts. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, innovative, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns and strategies.
• Help create marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and presentations.
• Conduct research on advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
• Create engaging content, including copy, images, and videos, to drive engagement and grow our online presence across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn.
• Collaborate with team members to develop content calendars and ensure consistent posting schedules.
• Assist in brainstorming and creating videos, blog posts, articles, and/or newsletters.
• Design graphics and visuals for social media and marketing campaigns using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Assist in planning, promoting, and implementing events, both virtual and in-person.
• Coordinate logistics for events, including invitations, registrations, and follow-up communications.
• Provide general support to the Student Affairs team as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education: Current students enrolled at SFBU

Skills

• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Basic graphic design skills, and familiarity with design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Pay

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour