Communications and Marketing Assistant

Texas A&M University - Texarkana; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Communications and Marketing Assistant at Texas A&M University - Texarkana supports game-day sports information and marketing efforts for the athletic department and student-athletes. The role uses written communications, social media, photography, and videography to promote programs.

This is a 10-month, part-time position (max 19 hours per week). The duties include content creation, analytics at events, public-address announcements, and assisting with game-day operations and media coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training/experience.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Strong multitasking and collaboration abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with promotion and marketing of the university athletic department and student athletes.
• Assist with the creation of social media and other promotional content.
• Assist with keeping statistics at sporting events.
• Assist with public address announcements at athletic events.
• Assist with game day operations duties as needed.
• Assist with photography and videography.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Three years of related experience

Tools

Canva

Video streaming platforms

Video production

Statistical software

Job description

Job TitleCommunications and Marketing Assistant Agency Texas A&M University - Texarkana Department University Advancement - Sports Information Proposed Minimum Salary$15.00 hourly Job LocationTexarkana, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description The Communications and Marketing Assistant, under direction, assists with game day sports information duties as well as promotion of the athletic department and student athletes using written communications, social media posts, photography, and videography. This position is a 10-month (August through May) part-time (maximum 19 hours per week) position. Salary information: The expected salary for this position is $15.00 an hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with promotion and marketing of the university athletic department and student athletes
• Assist with the creation of social media and other promotional content
• Assist with keeping statistics at sporting events
• Assist with public address announcements at athletic events
• Assist with game day operations duties as needed
• Assist with photography and videography

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience
• Three (3) years of related experience
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Must be able to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience promoting a department or brand on social media platforms
• Experience with Canva or other graphic design platforms
• Experience with video streaming platforms or video production
• Public address/announcing experience
• Knowledge of statistical software for athletics
• Experience with athletic game day operations

Other Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work beyond normal business hours, weekends, and holidays

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

Open until filled.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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