Marketing and Communications Assistant

Central Connecticut State University; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical plan

Retirement benefits

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Central Connecticut State University is seeking a Marketing and Communications Assistant to provide graphic design and creative support across campus. The role develops print and digital materials such as flyers, posters, and brochures, collaborating with internal clients to translate needs into compelling visuals and campaigns.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in writing, designing, editing, and producing communications for print and electronic formats,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two years writing, designing, editing, and creating print/digital publications.
• Strong skills in Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Create and adapt flyers, posters, brochures and other marketing collateral.
• Collaborate with campus offices to understand project needs.
• Prepare materials for print and digital distribution.

Skills

Graphic design

Creative Cloud

Print design

Digital design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marketing and Communications Assistant

Application Deadline November 24, 2026

Full-Time Regular

[C26-047]

Institutional Marketing and Communications

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join Institutional Marketing and Communications as a full-time Marketing and Communications Assistant. We seek applicants who are creative, collaborative, and detail oriented.

Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation, please visit CCSU to learn more.

About CCSU’s Institutional Marketing and Communications

The office works collaboratively with offices and departments across the University to strengthen Central's brand, promote academic programs and initiatives, and communicate with internal and external audiences. Its work encompasses marketing and promotional campaigns, web content, graphic design, and brand management. The office also provides creative services and resources to ensure that the University materials are consistent, professional, and aligned with Central's brand standards.

Position Profile

The ideal candidate will provide graphic design and creative support for the University offices, departments, programs, events, developing print and digital materials that support the University's marketing and communications goals. Responsibilities will include creating and adapting flyers, posters, brochures, and other marketing collateral while working with internal clients to understand project needs, develop creative concepts, and prepare materials for print and digital distribution. Performs other duties and responsibilities related.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws and regulations as well as university and BOR/CSCU policies and procedures. Knowledge of and ability to apply best practices of designated unit and program. Ability to convene and collaborate with campus offices/departments and community resources. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to handle complex tasks, meet deadlines, and prepare reports.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Education

All applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience and Training

Two (2) years of experience in writing, designing, editing, and developing communications for print and electronic publications. Credentials and/or experience comparable to the above may also be considered.

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants with the following: High level knowledge of Creative Cloud - especially lnDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, as well as Microsoft Office.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

Marketing and Communications Assistant is compensated at the Administrator II salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement.

For more information, please visit SUOAF .

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

• paid personal, vacation and sick leaveaccruals;
• medical, dental, and prescription plans;
• group lifeinsurance;
• retirement;
• retiree health care;
• tuition waiver foremployee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut StateUniversities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as anarray of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as DeferredRetirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance andMedical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disabilityinsurance plans.

For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources .

As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut StateUniversity actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonableaccommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities uponrequest.