Federal Work Study or Student Worker: REC - Marketing Assistant

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University Campus Recreation is seeking a Federal Work Study or Student Worker for a Marketing Assistant role in Commerce, TX. The position focuses on marketing, advertising, and communications with a specialization in copywriting, social media, design, photography/video editing, or web content management.

Responsibilities include creating posters, managing social media, updating the site, and assisting with event advertising while meeting deadlines and collaborating with the team.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate knowledge of social media accounts, tools and trends.
• Portfolio or work samples showcasing marketing projects.
• Work or academic experience in marketing, advertising, journalism, or public relations.
• Experience with MAC computers.
• Ability to switch tasks to complete projects efficiently.
• Understand basic principles of journalism, public relations, advertising, and/or marketing.

Responsibilities

• Print, cut, laminate, and deliver posters and signage as directed.
• Utilize social media trends and design for improved engagement.
• Promote Campus Recreation at events and informational tables.
• Assist in developing marketing strategies for Campus Recreation programs and services.
• Work with Canva, InDesign, and Illustrator to design graphics for posts and campaign materials.
• Use Lightroom or Premiere Pro to create projects.
• Reply to comments and messages following social media guidelines.
• Update website, calendar content, department social media and bulletin boards.
• Meet deadlines to ensure proper event advertising.
• Collaborate with marketing program colleagues.
• Communicate effectively across marketing activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Copywriting

Social media management

Design

Photography/video editing

Web content management

Tools

Canva

InDesign

Illustrator

Lightroom

Premiere Pro

Job description

Job Title

Federal Work Study or Student Worker: REC - Marketing Assistant Agency East Texas A&M University Department Campus Recreation

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description Summary of Responsibilities

This position is employed to distribute any form of marketing/advertising needed for the department’s events/programs/building notices/etc. It is responsible for general marketing and communication projects, in addition to a specialization in one of the following areas: copywriting & social media, design, photography/video editing, and web content management.

Provide: Resume Work Study Permit if applicable

Primary Duties

• Print, cut, laminate, distribute/deliver posters and signage for departmental needs as directed.
• Utilize best practices, trends and popularities within the social media realm – design, functionality, and users.
• Promote Campus Recreation at informational tables, events, and gatherings.
• Assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies and initiatives for Campus Recreation programs, facilities services, and business operations.
• Work with Canva, InDesign, and Illustrator to design graphics for social media posts and campaign materials.
• Utilize Lightroom, Premiere Pro, or other platforms to create projects.
• Reply to comments, posts, messages, etc., following social media guidelines.
• Assist in updating website, University calendar content, department social media, facility information screens and bulletin boards, and The Roar radio station.
• Meet project deadlines so that events are properly advertised.
• Collaborate with the others in the marketing program.
• Utilize effective writing and communication skills throughout various marketing strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Office environment.

Sitting at a desk or table for majority of shift.

Standing/tabling at events for 1-2 hours.

Standing/walking around to capture events for 1-3 hours.

Working early mornings, nights, and weekend hours as needed for events.

Department Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by welcoming and assisting Campus Recreation participants, answering questions accurately and professionally, addressing concerns in a courteous manner, and creating a positive, engaging environment for all patrons and participants.
• Market Campus Recreation and area events.
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing an environment where people feel welcomed, valued, supported, and respected as they work to pursue their academic and professional goals.
• Attend all department and area trainings and meetings as assigned.
• Keep up to date on all TrainTraq assignments.
• Maintain a standard of conduct while participating in Campus Rec activities or facilities, serving as a role model for other patrons by adhering to all safety, behavior, and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assists with department events and programming as needed.
• Work early morning, night and weekend hours as needed.

Minimum Qualifications for Considerations

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of various social media accounts, tools, trends, and platforms.
• Portfolio or work samples showcasing marketing related projects.

Desired Qualifications

• Work or academic course experience in marketing, advertising, journalism, or public relations.
• Experience working with MAC computers.
• Ability to task switch to complete projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Understand basic principles of journalism, public relations, advertising, and/or marketing.

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

Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives. That transformation can begin right here with student employment. Whether you are an undergraduate student worker, a work-study student, or a graduate assistant, on-campus employment offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and earn income while pursuing your education.

As a proud Lion, your success is our mission.

Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands‑on experience in a professional setting.

Student Employment Details

• May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session.
• May work full-time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall.
• Must not work during scheduled class times.
• Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status.
• Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall.
• Work-study positions are need‑based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses.
• Must be awarded federal or state work‑study through Financial Aid.
• May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester.
• May work full-time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall.
• Must not work during scheduled class times.
• Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines.

Graduate Assistantship Details

• Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education.
• To qualify, students must:

• Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non‑degree)
• Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship
• Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles
• Non-native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency
• Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training

• Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment
• May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support