Communications and Marketing Assistant

Texas A&M University; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University - Texarkana seeks a part-time Communications and Marketing Assistant to support the athletic department. This role involves creating promotional content, managing social media, and assisting with game day operations. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a bachelor's degree, along with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with promotion and marketing of the athletic department.
• Create social media and promotional content.
• Keep statistics at sporting events.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communications skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Canva

Job description

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Communications and Marketing Assistant

Apply locations Texarkana, TX time type Part time posted on Posted 16 Days Ago job requisition id R-084473

Job Title

Communications and Marketing Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

University Advancement - Sports Information

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

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.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [e-mail] .

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Us

As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service.

Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment.

A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex.

With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs.

A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees.

Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/Disability Employer.

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