Graduate Assistant - UMM Media Ministry

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word is seeking a Graduate Assistant for UMM Media Ministry. The role supports producing and archiving media for events that advance UIW's mission, while mentoring undergraduate interns and volunteers.

Reporting to the Director of Music Ministries and Liturgy, this student position is open to current UIW graduate students, with duties including recruitment, collaboration across divisions, and training volunteers.

Qualifications

• Current UIW graduate student enrolled for 2026-2027 academic year.
• Experience in media or related fields is preferred.
• Leadership and ability to mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing video, print, and digital media for UMM events and ministries.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate Media Ministry Interns and volunteers.
• Assist in recruitment and engagement of students for UMM events.
• Collaborate with UIW divisions and external offices to promote UIW missions.
• Train media ministry volunteers and participate in formation events.

Education

Current UIW graduate student

Tools

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

iMovie

Final Cut Pro

Canva

Flocknote

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

None.

Position Information

Position Title

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant for UMM Media Ministry assists in producing and archiving various media for the promotion of events that support the mission of the university. Position will also assist in the mentoring and supervision of undergraduate Media Ministry Interns and volunteers. The Graduate Assistant for UMM Media Ministry reports to Director of Music Ministries and Liturgy. This is a student position open to current UIW graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Assist with producing video, print, and digital media for various University Mission and Ministry events and ministries, including but not limited to: orientations, Masses and prayer services, liturgical seasons, bulletin, newsletter, and other ministerial events within UMM .
• Mentor and supervise assigned interns who work in the area of Media Ministry to assist in the production of the various media described above.
• Assist in the recruitment and engagement of students for UMM events and programming.
• Represent UMM on committees within the division and university as appropriate.
• Collaborate with other areas within the division to promote UIW and M&M missions, to include Faith Formation, Music Ministry, Ecumenical and Interfaith, and Liturgy.
• Collaborate with other areas outside of the division to promote UIW and M&M missions, such as the Office of Communications and Marketing, Alumni Relations, Campus Life, and the Congregation of Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.
• Assist in the training of media ministry volunteers.
• Participate in UMM and formation events, providing assistance as needed.
• Incorporate field of graduate studies as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership qualities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in software and social media pertinent to the position and utilized at the university, such as, but not limited to: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Forms, Notebook, OneDrive, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, etc.), Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, etc.), iMovie and Final Cut.
• Willingness to learn and become proficient in other area‑specific software and management systems such as, but not limited to Canva, Flocknote, etc.
• Basic skills in photography and video.
• Ability to effectively interact with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education

Current UIW graduate student.

Required Work Experience

• Experience in a relevant field related to this position, such as communication arts, 3‑D animation, design, media &technology; graphic design, religious studies, business, etc;
• Leadership experience at the undergraduate level or in the public or private workforce.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous participation in ministry as a volunteer or in a part‑time or full‑time capacity at a church, school, organization, or other institution;
• Experience in media production.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

May work up to 20 hours per week primarily within standard office hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional extended hours to meet departmental goals to include some evenings and/or weekends.

Work schedule to be determined, based on academic student schedule.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift to 15 lbs of equipment/event supplies, to include reaching overhead, bending, squatting to retrieve said materials.
• Ability to push/pull equipment carts holding up to 30lbs.
• Ability to actively engage in events and activities in filming and interviewing, which may be held indoors and/or outdoors.
• Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, community members/partners and potential/current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus.

Posting Number

Posting Number STU1685PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Type

Job Type Part Time

Job Category

Job Category Students

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 09/01/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

Reports to

Reports to Director of Music Ministries and Liturgy

Salary Tuition Waiver

Open Date

Open Date 08/19/2026

Close Date

Close Date 05/15/2027

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

None.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Student Class Schedule

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes
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