University of Washington Bothell

Events & Communications Assistant

University of Washington Bothell  •  $21.30/hr  •  Bothell, WA (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Postion: Events and Communications Assistant
Location: Husky Hall, Bothell, WA
Position Type: Student Employment

Department: Advancement in the Office of Ceremonies and Events

Compensation: $21.30/hr

Schedule: This position is up to 19.5 hours per week with a flexible schedule. Up to 40 hours per week during breaks.

Supervisor: Garick Sherburn, Assistant Director of Ceremonies and Events, sherburn@uw.edu

The Office of Ceremonies and Events is seeking a current UW student to service in the role of Events and Communications Assistant. The ideal applicant will possess knowledge of the digital medial landscape and pass for events and event planning. This position will manage a conisistent online presence across mulitple social media platforms and will be assisting in planning and staff events.

GENERAL DUTIES

Social Media/Marketing

  • Create a clear, concise, and cohesive digital voice that is consistent across all media platforms.
  • Manage social media platforms and creating posts that engage and excite our audience.
  • Develop and manage social media content calendar
  • Assist in creating and distributing m aterials through print, electonic, and online media

Event Operations

  • Assist in planning and staffing events, including gathering supplies, creating nametage, posting signage, and helping set-up and take down events.
  • Provide general administrative and office support for the events team as assigned by the Assistant Director.

EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS

  • Participate in event planning and execution
  • Learn and collaborate with advancement teams, including Alumni Engagement, Development, and Communications.
  • Work within a professional team environment
  • Gain practical office skills that are transferable to any business environment.
  • Grow your professional network

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current UW Bothell student; open to all majors and disciplines.

  • Enrolled in 6 or more undergraduate credits (or 5 graduate credits) for the quarter.

  • Contribute professionally and respectfully to our diverse and inclusive work environment.

  • Social media experience and an elevated level of familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, photo, and video trends, etc.

  • Understanding of content best practices, marketing, the user journey, and storytelling.

  • Possess a strong work ethic with a demonstrated passion for creating compelling and innovative content.

  • Experience in graphic design, Canva, and an eye for design.

  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively.

  • Strong customer service, written, and interpersonal skills.

ELIGIBILITY

  • Work study is preferred.

Application Instructions

Interested students should submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you would like to work with the Office of Ceremonies and Events. Additionally, please submit one example of a social media post or flyer you have created under the "Portfolio" section. For inquiries regarding this position, please contact Garick Sherburn at sherburn@uw.edu.

TITLE IX REQUIREMENT

All new student employees must also complete UW's online Title IX course about preventing and responding to sex and gender-based violence and harassment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Diversity is a core value of University of WA Bothell. We believe the power of diversity enriches all of us by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. To learn more, read our Diversity Statement

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