Project Marketing Assistant-LoboRespect

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Marketing Assistant/Reception for the LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center (LRAC) to support branding and communications on campus. This student role focuses on marketing, social media, and front desk tasks to promote LRAC services and LRAC events.

You will work with LRAC staff and Dean of Students, producing print and digital materials, capturing media, and coordinating outreach activities during DVAM/SAAM and other awareness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Video creation and editing for social media.
• Photography using professional camera equipment and editing tools.
• Experience managing social media accounts or designing graphic content.
• Ability to work with students, faculty, and administration.
• Experience with basic data entry and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote LRAC marketing and social media materials to strengthen brand and outreach.
• Plan and implement prevention programming for DVAM/SAAM.
• Post event flyers and maintain information on public displays.
• Facilitate student intake and front desk duties at LRAC.
• Assist in tabling UNM campus events, answering questions about LRAC services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Video editing

Photography

Social media mgmt

Communication

Time management

Excel data entry

Job description

Student Intermediate Level

Requisition ID: req37778

Working Title: Project Marketing Assistant-LoboRespect

Pay: 14.50 Hourly

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Dean of Students (670A)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required: No

For Best Consideration Date: 9/15/2026

Position Summary

**We are accepting applications for this position from all students regardless of work study award, however, work study is preferred**

Marketing is a crucial tool for running a successful high-profile department with diverse programmingand goals. The Marketing Assistant/Reception position creates a cohesive brand image for the LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center (LRAC) at UNM through marketing and graphic design expertise. This position is a core part of our campus presence providing marketing support for everyday LRAC services, prevention programming including Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Awareness Months, and the Lobo Food Pantry. On an average day, the Marketing Assistant contributes to our departmental photo library, films short-form video content, develops print material for events, manages the LRAC social media accounts, and generally uses their creativity to promote the LRAC to the UNM community. Ideally, this position goes beyond text-based graphics created in Canva and employs photography-based media and social media videography to tell the story of the Advocacy Center.

The Marketing Assistant/Reception position will work closely with LRAC staff on assignments relating to mandatory student sexual assault prevention training and the Lobo Food Pantry. In addition, the successful candidate will assist the LRAC team in performing intake for matters involving University withdrawal, faculty communication, navigation of university support services, and general advocacy. Therefore, this position includes general administrative duties with an emphasis on marketing.

Duties Include:

• Develop and facilitate marketing and social media promotional materials for LRAC services that enhance our cohesive brand and further our outreach efforts to UNM students and the community.
• Plan and implement prevention education programming, including Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM).
• Post event flyers and maintain information on public displays.
• Facilitate student intake and assist with administrative duties at the LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center front desk, including greeting walk-ins and scheduled students, answering phone calls, taking messages, and maintaining a knowledge of staff calendars.
• Assist in tabling UNM campus events by providing information on LRAC services and answering student questions.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position collaborates with staff across both the LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center and the Dean of Students Office and will be expected to collaborate on projects and assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, as evidenced by application and interview
• Strong time-management skills
• Video creation and editing skills suitable for social media
• Photography skills, including use of professional camera equipment, smartphone photography, and simple - moderate editing abilities
• Experience managing social media accounts and/or a creative eye and aptitude for creating high-quality graphic content
• Ability to work with students, faculty, and administration to enhance communication, collaboration, and services for students
• Experience with basic data entry and data management via Excel or similar software
• The ability to understand sensitive or confidential concerns of students accessing LoboRESPECT services and maintain professional decorum both in and out of the office

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Skilled in digesting complex and/or large amounts of information and making it simple to understand.
• The ability to accurately assess project requirements and anticipate and report issues impacting project completion.
• Experience in working with College Student programs, an understanding of UNM Departments and their functions and services, and where best to refer students who do not fit LRAC services.
• Experience and/or interest in one of more of the following areas:
  • Student Success and Retention
  • Counseling and Advocacy
  • Prevention and Public Health
  • Marketing and Strategic Communication
  • Programmatic Curricular Assessment Concepts
  • Data Assessment and Implementation for Improvement of Services

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.