Marketing & Communications Graduate Assistant

Wichita; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 7,700 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Wichita State University College of Education Dean's Office seeks a Marketing and Communications Graduate Assistant to support social media campaigns, content creation, and promotional materials. You will help grow the college's brand and engage students through writing, design, and digital media.

The role offers hands-on experience in communications within higher education, with on-site work and collaboration across the marketing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Public Relations or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and grammar.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and trends, with experience managing social media accounts.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience in communications/marketing through internships, coursework, or activities.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and derive insights.
• Commitment to college values and student success.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: develop engaging content for social media, newsletters, website, and promos.
• Graphic Design: create on-brand materials for campaigns.
• Photography/Video: assist in events, basic editing.
• Social Media Management: plan and execute campaigns across platforms.
• Website Editing: assist with content updates and edits.
• Writing: draft news stories, emails, and press materials.
• Event Support: promote college events and information sessions.
• Market Research: identify trends and opportunities for strategy.
• Analytics & Reporting: track performance and provide insights.
• Administrative Support: assist Communications team with scheduling and Files.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Social media management

Graphic design

Marketing principles

Analytical mindset

Independent & collaborative work

Content creation

Writing for news & emails

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate program enrollment

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Canva

Job description

Department

College of Education Dean's Office

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$3,840-$4,480 per semester

Work Schedule

work is performed on-site and in person. Determined with supervisor, based on need and class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

Are you passionate about marketing, social media, writing, design, and creating content that captures attention? Join the College of Education as a Marketing and Communications Graduate Assistant and gain real-world experience managing social media campaigns, producing photo and video content, designing promotional materials, writing news stories, email communications, and other marketing content, editing and designing website content, and helping grow the college's brand. This hands‑on role is ideal for a creative graduate student with strong writing, content creation, graphic design, and digital communication skills who wants to build an impressive marketing portfolio while making a meaningful impact on student engagement and recruitment for the College of Education.

Job Summary

A Graduate Staff Assistant (GSA) assistants university service and academic units in either non‑teaching or non‑research activities. Specific duties of the GSA vary widely, depending on the administrative or academic unit to which they are assigned, but should be at a level to make use of their education and abilities.

Job Duties

The Marketing & Communications Graduate Student Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the College of Education's marketing and communication efforts. This position offers a valuable opportunity for hands‑on experience in various aspects of communications and marketing. The successful candidate will work closely with the marketing and communications team to execute strategies that enhance the college's brand, engage its audience, and promote its programs and initiatives.

• Content Creation: Assist in developing engaging content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, website, promotional materials, and more.
• Graphic Design: Create visually appealing on‑brand materials to support marketing campaigns and communication materials.
• Photography and Video Production: Assist in attending events or planned photoshoots to capture photos and video content. Basic photo and video editing.
• Social Media Management: Contribute to the planning and execution of social media campaigns to increase brand awareness, engagement, and followership across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (X), and LinkedIn.
• Website Editing: Complete University web training sessions, assist with website maintenance, design and editing.
• Writing: Draft copy for news stories, feature articles, emails, social media posts, and other communication channels, adhering to brand voice and messaging guidelines. Assist in writing for internal and external news outlets (newsletter items, press releases).
• Event Coordination/Support: Provide promotional support for college events, including virtual and in‑person seminars, workshops, and information sessions.
• Market Research: Conduct research to identify trends, competitors, and opportunities in the higher education landscape, informing marketing strategies and decision‑making.
• Analytics and Reporting: Assist in tracking and analyzing the performance of initiatives via social media analytics and email marketing platforms. Prepare regular reports with key insights and recommendations for optimization.
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the Communications and Marketing team, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and responding to inquiries.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree

Additional Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Public Relations or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail and grammar.
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and trends, with experience in managing social media accounts for organizations.
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Prior experience in communications, marketing, or related fields through internships, coursework, or extracurricular activities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Commitment to upholding the college's values and mission, with a passion for higher education and student success.

Required Experience

To be eligible for an assistantship, students must be admitted to a degree program in either full or conditional standing. Students admitted on probation or placed on academic probation following admission may be eligible for assistantship awards under certain circumstances.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.