What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Assistant (Student) position at American University?
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Time Type:
Part timeJob Description:
Summary:
The internal and community communications team seeks to hire a student for the upcoming academic year to support internal and community communications in the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) division. University Community & Internal Communications works daily with campus constituents and partners to publicize all aspects of the university through the university's internal messaging (community messages, AU Now, American Magazine), website, and student media organizations. The office consults with campus offices, academic units, and departments to promote students, staff, professors, programs, research, and events to internal audiences.
Essential Functions:
Assist with the daily activities of the office.
Writing, editing, researching, and analyzing internal news stories and topics.
Tracking and assisting with student media requests.
Working on special projects and general office duties.
Salary Range:
$17.50 per hour.
Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work:
Part-Time.
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Working knowledge of communications and familiarity with university organization desired.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to be flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced office atmosphere.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines while paying close attention to detail and work independently to complete designated assignments.
Must be curious, proactive, and have a can-do attitude.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Photoshop, and social media.
Ability to use both Macs and PCs.
Previous experience working in a PR agency, newsroom or other communications office is helpful but not required.
Majors/minors including communications, public affairs, and journalism are helpful but not required.
Additional Information:
Students who hold a FWS award are highly encouraged to apply.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a resume, an explanation as to why you are interested in this position, what you hope to learn in this role, and a brief work sample (infographic, fact sheet, news story, research paper, briefing, etc.) along with their online application.
Please state your availability from Monday to Friday, 9-5.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E-Verify employer.
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees
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Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
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