Student Communications Assistant – SA III – Faculty of Arts

Brandon University; Brandon; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Brandon University is seeking a Student Communications Assistant to support recruitment, orientation, and marketing efforts within the Faculty of Arts. The role involves creating materials, managing social media content, and producing photos and videos to promote programs and audiences.

The position expects collaboration with students, alumni, and staff to craft engaging profiles and communications, with a start date of September 24, 2026 and end date December 18, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and/or with others as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving, and self-motivation with computer skills
• Experience maintaining a professional social media presence (asset)

Responsibilities

• Create materials to assist with recruitment or orientation to a specific area/department’s programs
• Assist with recruitment and communications initiatives, including developing materials for prospective students and other stakeholders
• Create marketing materials to promote recruitment and retention of students
• Create photos and videos to promote the university and audiences
• Collaborate with stakeholders, administration, alumni, and current students to build profiles for marketing
• Assist with mail-outs, recruitment package assembly, and email reminders to students
• Maintain Brandon University social media accounts
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Skills

Independent work

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Social media monitoring

Education

Undergraduate degree in progress

Tools

Video editing software

Social media analytics tools

Job description

Student Communications Assistant – SA III – Faculty of Arts

Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on September 17, 2026

Employee Group: PSAC

Job Title: Student Communications Assistant

Department: Faculty of Arts

Wage or Salary: $18.41/hr

Number of Hours to Work: 10hrs per week

Start Date: September 24, 2026

Number of Positions available: 1

End Date of Employment: December 18, 2026

Key Duties

1. Create materials to assist with recruitment or orientation to a specific area/department’s programs
2. Assist with recruitment and communications initiatives, including, but not limited to, develop materials for prospective students, students and other stakeholders
3. Create marketing materials to promote the recruitment and retention of students
4. Create photos and videos to promote the university, specific faculties and various audiences
5. Work with stakeholders, administration, alumni, and current students to create profiles for marketing purposes
6. Assist with mail outs, recruitment package assembly, and email reminders to students
7. Maintain presence on Brandon University social media accounts
8. Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience

SKILLSET

1. Ability to work independently and/or with others effectively as part of a team
2. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using excellent written and verbal communication skills
3. Strong attention to detail, excellent problem solving skills, and self-motivated; excellent computer skills
4. Ability to monitor and update social media presence

EDUCATION

• Preference given to current Brandon University student; nearing completion of or completion of an undergraduate degree

EXPERIENCE

1. Advanced training and/or specialized experience, plus online marketing and analytics experience
2. Advanced communications experience, especially in video creation and editing is a strong asset
3. Experience maintaining a social media presence in a professional environment is an asset

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise HR at [e-mail]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request. 03.202

Human Resources
Room 337, Clark Hall
270 - 18th Street
Brandon, Manitoba
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