Graduate CSB Coordinator for Multimedia & Administrative Support (Student)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 30,307,200; Part time

Job summary

The Center for Student Belonging (CSB) at American University seeks a graduate student to provide administrative and multimedia support, enhancing branding and outreach. The role combines content creation with essential admin tasks, reporting to the Associate Director for Education & Support Programs.

The position emphasizes student growth, collaboration across teams, and implementing multimedia strategies while supporting events and programs. Eligible AU graduate students preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a graduate program at American University and maintain enrollment for the duration of employment.
• Ability to understand and navigate complex topics related to individual differences, including cultural background and life experiences.
• Experience managing social media platforms and creating digital campaigns.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and basic HTML/CSS.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and calendar management for CSB programs.
• Develop multimedia content and marketing support, including video and audio edits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align content with brand messaging and goals; manage multiple projects.
• Assist with email communications, document preparation, and research.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Multimedia content creation

Social media management

Collaboration

Education

Graduate student enrollment

Tools

CMS

HTML/CSS

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Final Cut Pro

Premiere Pro

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, andContribute to Your University Community.

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Department:

Education & Support Programs

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Center for Student Belonging (CSB) is seeking a graduatestudent to provide administrative and multimedia support thatenhances the center’s branding, marketing, communications, andoverall visibility. This position combines marketing and creatingcontent development with essential administrative functions toensure smooth operations and impactful outreach. This positionreports to the Associate Director for Education & SupportPrograms. The Center for Student Belonging (CSB) fosters a diverse,respectful, and inclusive learning, and working environment. CSBsupports student growth through special events, specializededucational programs, Intergroup Dialogues, and resources forstudents.

Essential Functions:

• 1.) Administrative Support
  • Support office coverage, event logistics, includingregistration, materials, and follow-up communications Coordinatescheduling, meetings, and calendar management for CSB programs andstaff.
  • Assist with email correspondence, document preparation, andresearch.
  • Maintain organized digital files for departmentalprojects.
• 2.) Multimedia and Marketing Support
  • Develop and implement strategies for multimedia contentcreation.
  • Design and edit creative concepts for multimedia projects usingvarious design software.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contentaligns with brand messaging and marketing goals.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely andhigh-quality deliverables.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and designtrends.
  • Provide technical support for multimedia equipment andsoftware.
  • Edit video and audio recordings for use on CSB’s website andeducational programs.
  • Develop analytical reports on media strategies and social mediaperformance.
  • Perform general office tasks and other duties asassigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.
• Up to 20 hours per week.
• Occasional evening and weekend availability forprograms/events.
• In-person role.

Salary Range:

• $19.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be enrolled in a graduate program at American Universityfor the upcoming or current academic year and maintain enrollmentfor the duration of your employment.
• Ability to understand and navigate complex topics related toindividual differences, including physical and cognitive abilities,cultural background, economic circumstances, personal beliefs, andlife experiences.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience managing social media platforms and creating digitalcampaigns.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and basicHTML/CSS.
• Previous experience in an administrative or office supportrole.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Proficiency in multimedia and design tools (e.g., Canva, AdobeCreative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro) and strongunderstanding of design principles.
• Experience managing social media platforms and creatingengaging digital content to support branding andcommunications.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability toprioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for workingacross teams and delivering clear messaging.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies andsoftware.

Additional Information:

• This position does not include tuition benefits or paid timeoff.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled AmericanUniversity students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover orcontain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any timewith or without notice.
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