Position OverviewThe Office of Faculty Affairs is looking for a creative-minded student assistant for its new Communications Specialist position. A successful candidate will support the work of the communications manager by creating digital and print materials for fliers and social media, making updates to our website, and editing content for various communications purposes.
This position will require skills in graphic design, photography, videography and writing. The applicant should be detail oriented, a quick learner, and able to manage numerous tasks at once using strong organization skills. Punctuality and responsibility are expected.
The Office of Faculty Affairs supports faculty and faculty leadership in the development of an exceptional learning community at the University of Kansas, centering all we do on our values of care and community.
Job Description
Design promotional materials and assets for items such as: presentations, event invitations and programs, social media graphics, web imagery, and flyers, using Adobe Creative Suite.
Take photos and video at Faculty Affairs events and for other promotional purposes. Edit photos and videos based on project needs.
Make updates to the Office of Faculty Affairs website through KU CMS-Sunflower and under the communications manager's direction.
Perform other communications tasks as assigned.
Availability to work 10 hours during the work week, with occasional evening availability (once per month).
This position will work during the academic year (fall/spring) with optional summer hours. Availability over academic breaks is not required.
Required Qualifications
Current KU student majoring in design, journalism, film, photography, public relations, or a related field. During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2) be pre-enrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3) be enrolled in summer session or 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator as demonstrated by application materials.
Experience with photography, videography and/or media production, as demonstrated by coursework or previous work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating online content for website, social media and electronic newsletters.
Understanding of digital accessibility best practices.
Cover Letter addressing how required qualifications are met
Resume
Three samples of work that demonstrates experience in graphic design, photography, videography, social media or digital marketing
Contact information for three professional references
Only complete applications will be considered.
Review of applications begins on July 1, 2024 and continues until position has been filled.
WORK SCHEDULE & LOCATION:
10 hours per week with availability between the hours of 8am - 5pm, Monday thru Friday. This is an in-person position located in Strong Hall, Room 145.
Anticipated start date is August 12, 2024.
Contact Information to ApplicantsLiz Barton
e.barton@ku.eduAdvertised Salary Range$14.00 per hourWork Schedule10 hours per week between the hours of 8am - 5pm, Monday thru FridayAnticipated Start DateMonday August 12, 2024Apply to Job
