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Communications Assistant
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Job ID 72569
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Anthropology, Department of
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description
The Dept of Anthropology Communications Assistant will support the Communications Coordinator in planning and implementing an array of department communications efforts. Work will involve website maintenance; writing/editorial support for website, newsletter, and social media; and general event and administrative support. The ideal candidate must possess strong writing skills; be able to manage time effectively and work independently while keeping on task; and be well-organized and detail-oriented. Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suites expected, Canva and (ideally) Adobe suite preferred. Graphic design, photography, and/or videography skills are a plus, but not required. 
 
Flexible work hours, including the ability to work remotely on certain projects. Must be available to work 6-8 hours/week. In-person availability on Monday and/or Thursday preferred.
 

Interested candidates should forward their cover letter, resume, and 1-2 marketing or news writing samples or project samples (web, design, etc.) to the student employment site as one PDF.

Educational Value

Students will learn about communications planning within an academic unit including social media, website, newsletter and overall marketing for events.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess strong writing skills; be able to manage time effectively and work independently while keeping on task; and be well-organized and detail-oriented. Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suites expected, Canva and (ideally) Adobe suite preferred. Graphic design, photography, and/or videography skills are a plus, but not required. 

Hourly Rate $15.00/hour
Hours 6.0 to 8.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter
Start Date asap
End Date fall & winter term
Primary Contact Amy Rundquist
Primary Contact's Email N/A
Supervisor Rebecca Jackson
Work Location West Hall
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Fax N/A