Student Hourly
Position Overview
The JSchoolTech Digital Media Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting fellow students in using Adobe Creative Cloud software for class assignments and personal projects at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications. This position requires a deep understanding of various Adobe tools and a passion for creative production. As an ambassador for creative media, the assistant will actively engage with students, promoting JSchoolTech resources, offerings and events that enhance students’ digital media skills.
Job Description
- 30% Provide in-class and one-on-one assistance to students working with Adobe Creative Cloud and other applications, offering guidance and solutions for creative projects.
- 20% Develop and promote engaging content for JSchoolTech’s social media channels, including planning, posting and creating campaigns that resonate with current and prospective student audiences.
- 15% Promote JSchoolTech events, workshops and resources, encouraging students to participate in ongoing learning opportunities.
- 10% Assist in creating and promoting video tutorial content for the JSchoolTech website and social media to expand learning opportunities.
- 10% Host workshops and events to engage students in hands-on learning with digital tools.
- 5% Serve as a Creative Cloud expert and ambassador, staying informed on how students and classes are using the software in order to assist them effectively.
- 5% Be a creative and organized school brand ambassador, representing JSchoolTech and enhancing its presence across social media platforms and other channels
- 5% Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in Adobe software and digital media to provide relevant and cutting-edge assistance to students.
Required Qualifications
- Must have 2 year’s experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office.
- Must have 1 year experience in creating content for various outputs (video, social media, signage, etc) as demonstrated in application materials.
- During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must:
- 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or
- 2) be preenrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or
- 3) be enrolled in summer session or
- 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments)
Preferred Qualifications
- Highly skilled in either graphic design programs (Express, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or video programs (Premiere Pro, After Effects). This may include an Adobe certification and / or more than two year’s experience in programs.
- Prior experience (2 years or more) in managing social media accounts, promotion or event logistics. Self-starter who is able to work well independently and with a team
- Positive attitude and a history of strong work ethic.
- Majoring in journalism, film, design, communications, marketing, or a related field
Additional Candidate Instructions
- A completed online application
- A Cover Letter that includes a description of why you are interested in this position, your qualifications for this position, any experience you have working in content creation, and information about your availability for the Fall 2024 semester.
- Resume
- Examples of past work that demonstrate videography, writing, content creation, or digital media skills. Work samples should be included as a link to an online portfolio.
Contact Information to Applicants
Heather Lawrenz halawrenz@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
15.00/hr
Work Schedule
Approx. 15-20 hours. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Occasionally the employee may be asked to assist with events on the weekend and before or after the regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Anticipated Start Date
Monday September 23, 2024