Communications & Marketing – Graduate Assistant

Educational Objectives

Assist in the development and implementation of marketing and communications projects, including video creation, photography, graphics, and social media content overseen by the Communications and Marketing Office at Southwest Minnesota State University.

Salary & Appointment

Annual stipend of $8,000, paid on a biweekly basis, and a tuition waiver for SMSU graduate classes. Appointment is for two years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with a major in graphic design, digital media, marketing, public relations, communication studies, or a similar field.
• Must be admitted to and enrolled in a master’s degree program at Southwest Minnesota State University.
• Must maintain a GPA of 3.0.
• Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Experience in desktop publishing, graphic design, and web publishing preferred.
• Motivated individual with a positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects).
• Previous experience managing a wide range of social media platforms.
• Previous experience with photography or videography.
• Understanding or working knowledge of macOS.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the creation and management of content for the campus digital signage system.
• Assist with video creation to support web content and digital media priorities.
• Assist with managing and executing social media strategies across all platforms.
• Assist with the organization and utilization of the University Digital Asset Management (DAM) system.
• Assist with the creation of written, visual, and multimedia content, including marketing copy, photography, and video production, to promote academic programs.
• Develop content from concept to final product for print, digital media, and web publication.
• Collaborate with other departments and programs on communication and marketing projects.
• Compile statistical information on marketing initiatives and report as necessary.

Application Information

Send a letter of application, resume, portfolio and/or related work samples (if available), unofficial transcript(s), and the names and contact information of two professional references. Persons writing letters of reference should be advised of Minnesota’s open record law, which can make such letters available to applicants upon request.

Apply To

SMSU Communications & Marketing
Southwest Minnesota State University
1501 State Street
Marshall, MN 56258

Direct inquiries about the position to Marcy Olson, Senior Director of Communications & Marketing, at Marcy.Olson@SMSU.edu.

Southwest Minnesota State University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

University & Community

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. SMSU prioritizes excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching and advising, and close student-faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, is to provide access to university-level programs in liberal arts and professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region, reflected in its curricula, cultural programs, diverse staff and student body, and cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 14,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.