Charleston Southern University

Marketing Operations Assistant

Charleston Southern University  •  North Charleston, SC (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Job Location NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406 Position Type Part Time Education Level High School

Student Employment - Marketing

Marketing Operations Assistant
Charleston Southern University

The Office of Marketing & Communication is seeking a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented student assistant to serve as a Marketing & Communication Office Assistant This role provides critical administrative and operational support to the MarComm team while offering hands-on exposure to marketing, communications, and brand management within a university setting.


This position is ideal for a student interested in marketing, communications, project management, or business operations who enjoys organization, coordination, and supporting a fast-paced creative team.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities vary by role and may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide administrative support for the Marketing & Communication team and directly to the Executive Director of Marketing & Communication.

• Assist with managing project intake requests and tracking project status.

• Help maintain the MarComm production platform and key departmental deadlines.

• Organize digital files, assets, and shared folders to support efficient workflows.

• Prepare meeting materials, take notes, and assist with follow-up items as needed.

• Support campus partners by helping route requests to appropriate team members.

• Assist with answering the main office phone, basic data entry, reporting, and document preparation.

• Help maintain office supplies and assist with departmental organization.

• Support occasional marketing initiatives, events, or campaigns as assigned.

• Provide weekly updates to supervising staff.

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with faculty, staff, and students.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Dependable, punctual, and proactive.

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

• Basic computer proficiency (Google Workspace, Microsoft Word/Excel, email).

Preferred but not required:

• Interest in marketing, communication, or project management.

• Familiarity with project management tools or workflows.

• Experience in an office, administrative, or customer service role.

• Basic knowledge of Canva, WordPress, or content workflows.

Hours:

• Approximately 6–8 hours per week.

• Flexible scheduling around class commitments.

• Occasional availability during peak campus event seasons may be requested.

• Hours will be logged through the university’s work study program.



Compensation:

Hourly

wage, based on university student employment guidelines.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should apply a resume, cover letter, and references through Paycom on the CSU Student Employee Website. Interviews will be conducted by the MarComm Department.

Applicants should provide:

• Resume (including relevant experience)

• A brief statement (150–250 words) explaining interest in the role and career goals related to marketing or communications

Additional Notes:

  • This role is intended to provide students with a meaningful employment experience that contributes to both their personal and career development.
  • MarComm Student Employment reports to Jenna Johnson, Director of Marketing & Communication.
  • Students enrolled in courses during the semester they are working are FICA exempt.
  • Students not enrolled in the semester are required to pay FICA taxes.
  • Students are not permitted to work during scheduled class times.



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