Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA & HSS)

Douglas College; New Westminster, Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian college is seeking a motivated Student Assistant for Communications. This position involves creating content for social media, assisting in the production of newsletters, and participating in events. Ideal candidates should have experience in digital content creation and a passion for communication. A collaborative work environment and flexible arrangements are provided.

Benefits

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development opportunities

Access to Fitness Centres

Qualifications

• Experience using design software like Canva or Marq.
• Comfortable being behind and in front of the camera.
• Able to create various forms of content.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating content for social media posts.
• Support the Administrative Officers in projects.
• Coordinate interviews related to the faculties.

Skills

Experience creating Instagram grid posts

Experience using Canva

Interested in photography and videography

Strong public speaking skills

Collaborative approach to content creation

Able to work independently

Education

Enrolled in a minimum of one or three credit courses at Douglas College

Job description

Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA & HSS)

The Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA & HSS) will work closely with administrative staff as well as faculty members to assist in creating various forms of content, including social media posts, newsletters, and printed materials. The ideal candidate will also assist the Faculties at various events hosted throughout the semester.

At Douglas College, we believe in doing what you love and being good at it. We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals to join our team in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

As a Student Assistant, you will be part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial environment. Our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes
• Assists with putting together timely and original content of interest to current students in Language, Literature, and Performing Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences
• Assists with creating a social media plan each semester for the Faculties' Instagram accounts
• Takes photos and videos at events hosted by the Faculties
• Coordinates social media interviews with students and staff in courses and clubs associated with the Faculties
• Supports the Administrative Officers in the Faculties on related projects

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Experience creating Instagram grid posts, stories, and reels
• Experience using Canva, Marq, or other design software
• Interested in photography and videography
• Comfortable being behind and in front of the camera
• Strong public speaking skills
• Collaborative approach to content creation
• Able to work independently while following guidelines and meeting deadlines

Domestic students must meet one of the following criteria to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term
• The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term
• The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term
• The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term

International students must meet one of the following criteria to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant:

• The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College throughout the academic year
• The international student, who is not a Douglas College student, but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that has the notation - May accept employment on or off campus if meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V) or (W)

An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.

Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity.