CLCE Digital Engagement Assistant (Student)

Critical Playground LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 2,200 - 2,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Stipend provided

Job summary

American University is seeking a Marketing Student Coordinator to support CLCE through digital and print communications, promoting leadership development and community engagement across AU.

The role is part-time (4 hours/week) with a hybrid schedule. You will help with newsletters, social media, graphic design, event promotion, and storytelling to highlight student and partner achievements.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student at American University.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook) and content creation.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar graphic design tools.
• Detail-oriented, organized, creative, and able to manage multiple projects at once.

Responsibilities

• Draft, design, and distribute CLCE’s monthly newsletter.
• Create engaging and inclusive social media content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, X, and Facebook.
• Develop a content calendar and monitor analytics to increase reach and engagement.
• Design flyers, graphics, and promotional materials for CLCE programs and events.
• Maintain visual branding consistency across all platforms and materials.
• Support outreach strategies to promote events across campus and capture multimedia content.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Communication

Social media content

Graphic design tools

Education

Current undergraduate or graduate student at American University

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Department

Programs & Operations

Time Type

Part time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Description

Summary

The Center for Leadership & Community Engagement (CLCE) is seeking a creative and detail‑oriented Marketing Student Coordinator to support the promotion of programs, events, and initiatives that connect leadership development and community engagement at American University. The Marketing Student Coordinator will assist with digital and print communications, ensuring CLCE’s work is visible and engaging to the AU community.

This is a part‑time student position (4 hours per week) with a hybrid schedule that includes both in-office and remote work. Hours are flexible around the student’s academic schedule. The position includes a weekly check‑in with the supervisor and a monthly meeting with the CLCE team.

Essential Functions

1.) Newsletter Development

• Draft, design, and distribute CLCE’s monthly newsletter.
• Collect stories, highlights, and updates from staff and student leaders to showcase impact.

2.) Social Media Content

• Create engaging and inclusive social media content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter), and Facebook.
• Develop a content calendar and monitor analytics to increase reach and engagement.

3.) Graphic Design & Promotion

• Design flyers, graphics, and promotional materials for CLCE programs and events.
• Maintain visual branding consistency across all platforms and materials.

4.) Event Marketing

• Support outreach strategies to promote events across campus (tabling, digital boards, etc.).
• Capture photos and videos during programs to use in marketing and storytelling efforts.

5.) Engage & GivePulse Updates

• Update the CLCE Engage page and GivePulse platform with current program information.
• Ensure event descriptions and community engagement opportunities are accurate and visually engaging.

6.) Creative Storytelling

• Highlight student and community partner stories through digital spotlights, testimonials, and features.
• Brainstorm innovative ways to share CLCE’s impact with the AU community.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Part-time.
• 4 hours per week.

Salary Range

• $1,200.00 stipend per semester.

Required Education and Experience

• Current undergraduate or graduate student at American University.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook) and interest in content creation.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar graphic design tools.
• Detail-oriented, organized, creative, and able to manage multiple projects at once.
• Familiar with marketing and/or communications plan.
• Interest in leadership development, community engagement, and civic engagement is a plus.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

1.) Professional Development Benefits

• Hands‑on experience in marketing and communications within a higher education setting.
• Practical skills in digital storytelling, design, and content strategy.
• Professional growth in leadership, teamwork, and project management.
• Networking opportunities with campus leaders, community partners, and peers engaged in civic and community work.
• A portfolio of work (social media campaigns, newsletters, graphic design) to showcase in future internships and job applications.

2.) Work Schedule & Compensation

• Hours: 4 hours per week, flexible scheduling around academic commitments.
• Location: Hybrid (in-office + remote).
• Meetings: Weekly supervisor meeting, monthly team meeting.
• Stipend: $1,200 a semester (this semester $800 due to start time).

Other Details

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• American University is an E-Verify employer.
• Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

Contact Us

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