Graduate Marketing & Events Assistant - Part-Time

University of West Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of West Georgia is seeking a Student Assistant for Richards College Marketing & Events. This part-time, temporary role supports marketing, events, and campus communications, with duties spanning design, content creation, and event logistics.

Qualifications include US work eligibility, enrollment in credits, a minimum GPA, and strong design and communication skills with Canva/Adobe Creative Cloud.

Qualifications

• Be eligible for employment in the U.S.
• Enroll in at least six credit hours of coursework during the fall and spring semesters, and at least three credit hours during the summer if offered.
• Must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Graphic design skills and proficiency with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Professional communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to work occasional events outside standard business hours.
• Must maintain a valid U.S driver's license

Responsibilities

• Marketing, Graphic Design & Communications tasks including creating/editing visual materials for events and announcements.
• Design and adapt content maintaining branding and visual standards.
• Develop social media graphics, captions, and promotional content.
• Distribute newsletters, brochures, emails, and other marketing materials.
• Write and edit event announcements and promotional copy.
• Prepare materials for print, review proofs and coordinate printing.
• Organize photography needs and visual content collection.
• Assist with updating website content and digital resources.
• Support marketing projects and college initiatives.
• Ensure materials follow branding and accessibility guidelines.
• Event Planning, Coordination & Execution support for various college events.
• Coordinate logistics, room reservations, catering, vendors, decor, registration.
• Prepare event materials and signage.
• Communicate with faculty, staff, speakers, vendors, and partners.
• Assist with event setup/breakdown and day-of coordination.
• Develop run-of-show, checklists, and timelines.
• Track invoices, attendance, and vendor details.
• Post-event follow-up and recap content.
• Campus Partnerships & Marketing Operations collaboration.
• Coordinate with communications on brand compliance.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Attend relevant meetings and events.

Skills

Graphic design

Social media

Communication skills

Student enrollment (6 credits)

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

The University of West Georgia is seeking a Student Assistant for Richards College Marketing & Events. This part-time, temporary role supports marketing, events, and campus communications, with duties spanning design, content creation, and event logistics.

Qualifications include US work eligibility, enrollment in credits, a minimum GPA, and strong design and communication skills with Canva/Adobe Creative Cloud.