Communications & Events Graduate Assistant Position Available
Applications accepted through May 6
The College of Humanities & Social Sciences has an opening for a Communications & Events Graduate Assistant in the Dean's Office beginning Fall 2024.
Communications & Events Graduate Assistant, HSS Dean's Office
RESPONSIBILITIES: Works with the Director of Communications & Events. Duties include assisting with:
- Development, editing and distribution of internal and external college communications, including college newsletter and website content.
- Create and manage social media content, including analytics monitoring and reporting.
- Planning, development and implementation of college events, programs, and projects.
- Creation and distribution of marketing materials and promotional items.
- Collecting and organizing data.
- Other duties as needed, including office support.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate student at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
- Computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canva (or other design software).
- Ability to work with graphics (i.e., resize and manipulate photos or other images).
- Experience with publication programs and layout.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and with others, and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Undergraduate degree or current graduate work in one of the programs included in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences.
- Experience working with events, social media and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Background in writing, editing, communication, marketing, web and/or graphic design.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
RELATED INFORMATION: Contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding, there is a possibility that this appointment may be continued beyond the initial period of employment. Graduate assistants are required to enroll for a minimum of six credits per semester at the graduate level. Additional information about graduate assistants at Minnesota State University, Mankato and application forms are available at http://grad.mnsu.edu.
TO APPLY: In order to be considered for this position, please submit
- Cover letter* AND/OR 1) a writing sample AND 2) publication design or website sample/portfolio of work samples.
- A brief resume
- Unofficial transcript
- Three References
*You may submit a writing sample AND a design/work sample in lieu of a cover letter. You are welcome to submit both cover letter and work samples if you wish but this is not required. Use this opportunity to demonstrate or explain your writing, design and/or web skills. Samples may be as images/PDFs or links to online portfolios.
