Graduate Assistant for Richards College Marketing & Events (Beg Spring 2026)

Inside Higher Ed; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A major educational institution is seeking a Graduate Assistant to oversee social media platforms and assist in event planning. This part-time role requires relevant educational qualifications and strong skills in communication and computer software. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing social media strategies and supporting various university events. Located in Carrollton, GA, this position offers an opportunity to gain experience in marketing and events management.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical labor up to 25 pounds.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Assist with indoor and outdoor events, including physical set-up and teardown.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Richards College social media platforms.
• Help plan events with the Director of Marketing & Events.
• Engage students on social media platforms and create visual designs.

Skills

Strong computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Excellent writing and grammar skills

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Knowledge of graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, InDesign)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Accepted into UWG graduate degree program

Graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher

Job description

Graduate Assistant – Richards College Marketing & Events (Beg Spring 2026)

Job ID: 292028

Location: UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part‑Time

About the University

The University of West Georgia (UWG), founded in 1906, is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university serving a diverse student body of more than 14,400. UWG is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers 100+ programs across 86 fields of study. It is located in Carrollton, GA, a community with a vibrant university presence and strong regional impact.

Job Summary

The Graduate Assistant will oversee Richards College social media platforms and help plan events. The graduate student will complete tasks with limited oversight and work closely with the Director of Marketing & Events.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, plan, and execute social media plans (60%): engage students on all platforms, create visual designs, write stories and press releases, organize photo shoots, update brochures/newsletters, and adhere to university communication guidelines.
• Work with campus partners to increase efficiencies (20%): serve as an educator to departments on marketing standards and streamline communication requests with University Communications & Marketing.
• Event support (20%): plan, reserve, set up, and dismantle events; attend and assist with university and departmental events, showcase days, alumni events; perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Currently accepted into a UWG graduate degree program (provisional acceptance not sufficient).
• Graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Excellent writing and grammar skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Eligible for employment in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Richards College graduate program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, InDesign).

Required Documents

• Resume

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Assist with indoor and outdoor events, including physical set‑up and teardown.
• Perform physical labor up to 25 pounds.
• Maintain communication without restriction.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.

Contact Information

For questions or further information, please contact Dr. John Upson at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It adheres to all applicable state and federal laws, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and ADA.

Conditions of Employment

Offer contingent upon background investigation, reference checks, credit check, and possible pre‑employment drug test. All offers subject to U.S. and state law.